Lord of yesterday, today, and tomorrow

Consider using the prayer of adoration by itself or as a prelude to the prayer of confession.

Prayer of Adoration

Lord of yesterday, today, and tomorrow:
You alone rule the universe;
setting times and seasons according to Your will.
While nations and king come and go,
You, only, are King of kings and Lord of lords;
immortal and all-knowing,
never lacking power and wisdom.
You are strong; and you are good!
Therefore, we joyously and reverently call you God and King.

Prayer of Confession

Yet, in spite of all…