2024 End of the Year Prayer

by: Rev. Derek
Loving God,
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, we come to You with hearts that carry the weight of 2024. This year has brought a long and divisive election season, deepening the wounds of our nation and leaving many on the margins feeling unseen, unheard, and unloved. We lift up those who have struggled—those who are weary, grieving, and uncertain about what the future holds.

Yet, even in our sorrow, Your Word reminds us in 1 Thessalonians 4:13 not to grieve like those who have no hope. We hold fast to the truth that You are always in control, even in the midst of turmoil. Your love is constant, and Your promise of justice, peace, and redemption never fades.

Help us, Lord, to anchor our hope in You. Let that hope be the wellspring from which we draw the strength to care for ourselves and for one another. Teach us to rest when we are weary, to find joy even in small moments, and to persevere in the work of love, justice, and mercy.

Empower us not to grow weary in well-doing as we continue to create, protect, and inspire positive change in the world. Remind us that every act of kindness, every stand for justice, and every word of encouragement matters.
As we enter 2025, may we walk boldly in Your light, remembering that the struggles of today are not the end of the story. You are with us, guiding us, and calling us to be instruments of Your peace.

With hearts full of hope and trust, we pray in the name of Jesus Christ, the One who is ourWonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Our Door, our strength, and our refuge.
​Amen

---