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a prayer for workers

1/15/2021

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For workers struggling to find pay, struggling to find consistent work, struggling to move beyond survival, extra stressed by their circumstances, reveal your presence to them so they know they don’t walk alone.
Be their Jehovah Shammah.
Lord, hear our prayer.
 
For those out of work, struggling to find it, feeling underwater as their dignity and identity are so closely connected to the reality of having it, be their Jehovah Bore, Elohim, and remind them that their worth comes from the dignity You’ve already given.
Lord, hear our prayer.
 
For workers being exploited — sexually, economically, racially, because of immigrant status or otherwise, Lord protect them. Hedge their intrinsic value, their families, their bodies and minds. Be their Jehovah Sabaoth.
Lord, hear our prayer.

For children, spouses, and friends, siblings, and parents who depend on these workers, Lord, provide for these families. Be their Jehovah Jireh. Change laws & oppressive policies, infuse empathy in those who have power over these. Be Jehovah Nissi, make yourself known to the workers, their families, their employers and politicians.
Lord, hear our prayer.

For the dignity innate in every human being
For the everlasting love you so freely give, 
Lord, let these workers experience and know and feel--
You are near and You are love; You care, and You lead to green pastures. Be their Jehovah Rohi.
Lord, hear our prayer. 
 
And for those who can advocate on their behalf, work toward their communal good, open up opportunities for flourishing, connect resources and networks — equip them for this good work. Energize them with your ever-flowing love, forgive them of any haughty thoughts, and let them learn as much as they teach, receive as much as they give, challenge as much as they encourage.
​Be our Jehovah Adonai.
Lord, hear our prayer.
Amen

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