The Lost

Lord, you know their names.

You alone are witness to every thought and action. You alone can soften hearts. Only you, Lord of Hosts, protect against the evil of this world and self. Only you, oh Holy Spirit, weld armor with the strength to fight sin. Only you, oh Christ can deliver from the grave. My God, the mighty three in one.

You know their names, just as you knew mine. I plead with you now, if it be your will — and Lord, please let it be! — soften these hearts. Remove scales from eyes and dust from ears.

Let them hear of your promises and be comforted.

Let them call on the gift of the cross and be redeemed.

Let them rest in the joy of Jesus and be lost no more.

Amen