Gracious God,

hidden yet so near;

Your work is within us,

holding our hands, our hearts

through trying times.

Awaken us with Your love,

As we pray for those we love,

and for those who are lost,

even if they are enemies,

for none are true enemies.

We pray even when

times seem hopeless,

as now.

Keep us all in Your special care,

and miracles will happen;

for our kingdom is Your kingdom . . . forever.

© Russell Carter