LBW 467, “Eternal Father, Strong to Save”
Devotion
This hymn begins with an emphatic declaration of God’s power. Expressing trust in that power, the hymn is a prayer for those who need God’s protection.
Let’s trust that we cannot begin to imagine how powerful God is. Let’s trust that we cannot begin to imagine the many ways, big and small, that God may powerfully act. And with that trust, let’s pray for others who need God to use power on their behalf.
Could it be that insistently expecting God to use power moves God to do just that? What do you have to lose by trying?
Prayer
Dear God, protect us from having low expectations of you. Protect us from asking you to use your power only for ourselves. Let all people who need your power see it, according to your will. Amen.