A prayer to Jesus

Simon, Simon, look out. Satan has asked to sift you [all] like wheat. But I have prayed for you (i.e. Simon) that your faith may not fail.

And you, when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers. (LUke 22:31-32)

Lord, the day will come when you will reign and we will reign with you (2 Timothy 2:12). A day when we will eat at your table, enjoying sweet fellowship with you.

But that time is not now. We will face trials as Peter and the other disciples did. And through those trials, Satan desires to sift us all like wheat.

So Lord, as you prayed for Peter, pray for me and your people. Intercede for us.

Lord, I know myself too well. I know there will be times I will fall. But when I do, pick me up. And use me to strengthen my brothers and sisters, reminding them that the grace that you gave to me is also available to them.

And in the times when I’m down and feeling far from your grace, use my brothers and sisters to strengthen me.

In your name, I pray, amen.