Almighty God, in raising Jesus from the grave, you shattered the power of sin

Almighty God, in raising Jesus from the grave, you shattered the power of sin and death. We confess that we remain captive to doubt and fear, bound by the ways that lead to death. We are slow to perceive your presence and hesitant to obey your commands. We fail to translate our love for you into care for your children who are in need. Hear, O Lord, and be gracious to us. Forgive us, God of mercy, for your anger is but for a moment, while your favor is forever. Help us to trust your power to change our lives and make us new, that we may know the joy of life…