These prayers for illumination, variations on a theme, were shared by students of theology and ministry preaching at morning devotions at the United Church of Zambia University, Mindolo.
By Thomas Bwalya
God, our father and mother, we open our hearts to you this morning. Speak to us as we interact with the text read.
By Wellingtone Bawalya
May the words spoken and the words heard be acceptable unto you, our rock and our redeemer, because we ask it, in Jesus’s name.
By Juliet Kamanga
Your word, LORD, is an inspiration to us. As we interact with your word, stimulate our hearts.
By Ian Kapembwa
In the power of your Holy Spirit, fill our hearts with your love and understanding even as we interact with your word.