LORD, HELP US DISMANTLE RACISM

1 Corinthians 1:10 10 I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.

Lord, let Your will be our choice; help us to keep our focus on You as You transform us into holy people. Guard our minds against anxious thoughts, and let You be the center of our desires. Father, our country is in turmoil; injustice and hate are destroying what was built on Your Word and by Your people. Lord, we are praying for unity and peace; because we are all of one blood and one race, regardless of skin color, our connection is the Spirit. Father, we all pay taxes; we are all human beings, and everyone's blood runs red. So, Lord, help us dismantle racism and injustice; Father, we are aware that we struggle not merely against flesh and blood but against those institutions of hate and a system of injustice that keep racism alive. Lord, we are all the same in Your sight; none is inferior or superior to the other. Father, let not religion that is man-made separate us or those who harbor hate in their hearts. Lord, give us Your wisdom and knowledge to rid ourselves of racial stereotypes that oppress some people unjustly; while providing entitlement to others. Father, help us become one nation under God and embrace the hopes and fears of all people in this world, You created. Lord, heal us of envy, jealousy, and hate; so we can become one with You, in Jesus' mighty name. Lord, touch the hearts of those who come in contact with our children with gentleness and kindness and let them not feel threatened by their skin colors; so they will treat our children with respect, and our children will, in return, give consideration. Lord, please heal us, and help us find the path of righteousness and let the wicked reap what they sow, in Jesus' name, Amen