Online prayers Monday 25th May 2026

Call to Prayer
God of truth and mercy,
we gather in Your presence seeking hearts that are honest
and spirits that trust in You.
Quiet our fears, calm our distractions,
and help us to hear Your voice clearly today.
May we come before You with openness and sincerity,
ready to receive Your grace and share Your love.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Prayer of Approach and Confession
Loving God,
You know us completely.
Nothing is hidden from Your sight,
yet You welcome us with compassion and grace.
We praise You for Your faithfulness,
for Your steadfast love that never fails,
and for Your truth that guides us in uncertain times.
Forgive us when we are less than honest with ourselves,
with one another, or with You.
Forgive us for the times we pretend,
for the promises we fail to keep,
and for the moments when fear overcomes trust.
Teach us to walk in integrity.
Help us to trust Your wisdom when life feels uncertain,
and give us courage to speak truth with kindness and love.
Cleanse our hearts and renew our spirits,
through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.

Bible Readings

Gospel Reading — John 8:31–32
Jesus said, “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”

Additional Reading — Proverbs 3:5–6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
and do not rely on your own insight.
In all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make straight your paths.”

Prayer of Praise and Thanksgiving
Faithful God,
we thank You for every sign of Your goodness in our lives.
We praise You for the gift of friendship,
for families and neighbours,
for laughter shared and burdens carried together.
We thank You for the honesty of Christ,
who spoke truth with compassion
and showed us the depth of Your love.
We praise You for moments when trust has carried us through difficulty,
for prayers answered in unexpected ways,
and for the quiet assurance that You never abandon Your people.
Receive our thanks for this church family,
for worship, fellowship, service, and hope.
May our lives reflect gratitude in all we do. Amen.

Prayer for Our Town and Community
Loving God,
we pray for the people of Bellshill and the wider community around us.
Bless our homes, schools, workplaces, and local organisations.
Strengthen those who serve others through care, teaching, emergency services, and voluntary work.
Bring hope where there is hardship,
friendship where there is loneliness,
and peace where there is anxiety or division.
Help us as Your Church to be a caring presence in our town,
sharing kindness, compassion, and the love of Christ with all we meet.
In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

Prayer of Intercession
God of grace,
we pray for Your world.
Where there is division, bring understanding.
Where truth is ignored or distorted, bring wisdom and honesty.
Where people are anxious or fearful, grant peace and trust.
We pray for leaders of nations and communities,
that they may act with integrity, humility, and compassion.
We remember all who are struggling today:
those who are ill, grieving, lonely, or overwhelmed.
Surround them with Your comfort and strength.
We pray for the work of Your Church throughout the world,
that Christians everywhere may witness faithfully to the love of Christ.
We especially pray for the Bellshill Central Church family:
for those who worship regularly,
for those unable to join us today,
for our ministers, elders, volunteers, and young people.
Strengthen us in fellowship and service.
Help us to be a community marked by honesty, kindness, and trust in You.
We offer these prayers in the name of Jesus Christ,
who taught us to pray together:
Our Father, who art in heaven,
hallowed be thy name;
thy kingdom come;
thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
as we forgive our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom,
the power and the glory,
for ever. Amen.

Benediction
Go now in truth and peace.
May the God who is faithful guide your steps,
strengthen your hearts,
and teach you to trust Him more deeply each day.
And may the blessing of God Almighty,
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
remain with you always. Amen.