O Gracious God of mercy and justice, we stand before you today united in pride for our country and with a profound sense of gratitude for our men and women in the armed forces who each and every day put their lives in harms way to protect us and the freedom we treasure.
Through your prophet Isaiah you spoke to us saying “Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. (Isaiah 1:17)”
We also remember at this time all those who have lost loved ones throughout these many years from the senseless terrorist attacks on innocent lives. We pray for their families that they may find solace in the knowledge that the one of those who was responsible for their pain has been brought to justice.
May You have mercy and compassion on all of our armed forces, may you bring healing to those who mourn, and may you bring peace upon us and all the world.
In Your holy name--AMEN.
