I am excited to be in the country to celebrate this amazing holiday. Last year I was in Ethiopia, and even the American Embassy wasn’t celebrating! Although my celebrating already started, I look forward to spending more time with friends and family tonight. This morning, though, I need a prayer:
Dear Lord,
There is no greater feeling of liberation than to experience this freedom from sin and death that You have provided for me through Jesus Christ. Today my heart and my soul are free to praise You. For this I am very thankful.
On this Independence Day I am reminded of all those who have sacrificed for my freedom, following the example of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Let me not take my freedom, both physical and spiritual, for granted. May I always remember that my freedom was purchased with a very high price. My freedom cost others their very lives.
Lord, today, bless those who have served and continue to give their lives for my freedom. With favor and bounty meet their needs and watch over their families.
Help me to live my life in a way that glorifies You, Lord. Give me the strength to be a blessing in someone else’s life today, and grant me the opportunity to lead others into the freedom that can be found in knowing Christ.
Amen
Prayer courtesy of Mary Fairchild
