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Almighty God, who, being sovereign Lord of all, dost never rest from the labors of thy hands; husbandman preparing the fruits of the earth, sower and reaper, healer and teacher, helper of them that need: teach us, we pray thee, the divine dignity of labor, of whatsoever sort it be, if only from thee and for thee, to the well-being of thy creatures and the glory of thy holy name. Amen. Daily Prayer Litany (Boldface type indicates responses.)
The point
A prayer acknowledging God as sovereign Lord and various roles (husbandman, sower, reaper, healer, teacher, helper), asking to be taught the divine dignity of labor done for God and for the well-being of creatures and glory of God's name.
Scripture
Isaiah 28:23-29Exodus 15:26Psalm 25:8-9Psalm 54:4Colossians 3:231 Corinthians 10:31
Audience
Adults
Tone
Reverent · Hopeful · Uplifting
To tell aloud
under a minute · 66 words