Fixed hour prayer anchors our daily lives in rhythms of prayer, Scripture reading, and silence, ensuring that we do not get too far into any day without reorienting ourselves to the presence of God. Praying at least some of the fixed hours in community can shape our identity as communities of believers.
Morning: Pray a Psalm
When you pray through the Psalms you are relying on someone’s time-tested words that you can use as a launchpad.
Noon: The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
as we also have forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one.
For yours is the kingdom and the glory forever and ever, Amen.
Evening: Prayer of Examen
1. RECALL: Think through key events and emotions of your day, and ask God to reveal His presence and activity.
2. REJOICE: Gratefully recall moments of joy in your day. Thank God for His presence and for any blessings that come to mind.
3. REPENT: Wherever you see words, thoughts, desires, actions or attitudes in your life that don’t look like Jesus, confess, receive His grace, and ask for His Spirit to empower you.
4. RENEW: With hope, consider tomorrow. Ask God for wisdom, strength, and boldness to walk in the way of Jesus.
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