Righteous Lord,
Every day we should consider
how we dress for action, but as we start the week,
it’s especially helpful to remember our calling
as Christ our King’s ambassadors,
as ministers of reconciliation,
and dress accordingly (2 Corinthians 5:19-20).
Keeping in mind that we are already
clothed in Christ’s righteousness,
may we discard any vestiges
of “bitterness, rage, anger,
harsh words, slander, and evil behavior” (Ephesians 4:31).
Instead, may we “be kind to each other,
tender hearted, forgiving one another,
just as God through Christ” forgave us (Ephesians 4:32).
As we make your appeal, may we make you appealing
to all those who do not know your mercy and grace.
By your Spirit, remind us moment by moment
of our glorious calling and clothing in Christ.
In his transforming name. Amen.
Read 2 Corinthians 5:17-21.
