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\"\"
\n <\/p>\n

“Prayer is the gift
\nof God\u2019s presence in our life.”<\/div>\n

 
\n <\/p>\n

from www.cslewisinstitute.org<\/a><\/div>\n

 <\/p>\n\n

Praying for guidance<\/h3>\n

inspired by Psalm 16<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

O God our protector,
\nwe trust in you for safety,
\nwe depend on you for all we need;
\nall good things come from you –
\nwe commit our future into your hands:<\/p>\n

Guide us by day and teach us by night,
\nbe near us so that nothing can shake us,
\nmake us always aware of your presence,
\nshow us the path that leads to life,
\nlet your Spirit fill us with joy,
\nand let your service be our delight for ever.
\nAmen.<\/strong><\/p>\n

 
\n~ written by Michael Perry<\/strong>, from www.jubilate.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n

From the blog<\/strong>
\nSola gratia \u2013 Deo gratias<\/a>
\nIn all seasons \u2013 grow<\/a>
\nFirst love<\/a>
\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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