An ancient prayer adapted from Philippians 1:27–29 for faith, courage, endurance.
O Lord, our heavenly Father, grant to thy children who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake that our conversation may be as becometh the Gospel of Christ; that we may stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the Gospel; that in nothing terrified by our adversaries we may be steadfast in behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake, who liveth forever and ever.
Amen.
This prayer is for faith, courage, endurance. It gives the request old words: fewer tricks, more flame.
Lord, hear this ancient prayer for faith, courage, endurance. Give mercy, strength, and a heart made faithful before Thee. Amen.
This prayer comes from the ancient church’s habit of asking directly: for mercy, for holiness, for protection, for light. It does not perform spirituality. It reaches for God.
Use it as written, or let it become a frame for the person and need in front of you.
Lord, hear this prayer in me: faith, courage, endurance.
Lord, remember [Name]. Give them faith, courage, endurance.
Lord, grant us together faith, courage, endurance, and keep us faithful before Thee.
It is for faith, courage, endurance.
It appears in Prayers of the Early Church, edited by J. Manning Potts, available through Project Gutenberg.
Yes. Change the pronouns or add a name, while keeping the heart of the prayer intact.