Prayer for Ki Teitzei 5779-August 24, 2018
Eternal God
Support of those in dire straits,
Beacon for people whose hearts are turned to those in need,
Lead us to take responsibility for our actions,
To treat one another fairly,
To refrain from taking advantage of anyone
Who might have no recourse if they are deprived
Of goods, food, payment or wages due to them.
Remind us of those times when we may have faced
Unjust treatment,
False accusations,
Difficult times,
Or a lack of appreciation for what we were contributing
Through our dedication and commitment
To our work.
As we look back into our own past,
Engender in us the wisdom to look forward
with a sense of equity for all people
Who freely apply their talents and skills in their chosen occupation
Who complete their tasks with competence and creativity
And respect for everyone they serve.
When some people in our society feel that they have nowhere to turn
For assistance or hope,
May we be Your eyes and hands
Providing a safety net through our own giving
And in cooperation with others in our community
So that those dealing with hard times can, eventually,
through their own work,
acquire all they need to live.
And may we be inspired by Your love and care
To open our hearts
To feel for those who require us to extend a hand
So that we can all look to a time
When all humanity will share in the bounty of this life and this world.
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