2 Timothy 2:11-13

This is a faithful saying: For if we died with Him, we shall also live with Him. If we endure, we shall also reign with Him. If we deny Him, He also will deny us. If we are faithless, He remains faithful: He cannot deny Himself. 

Holy Father what a sweet exchange when we become death to sin and our resurrection to eternal life united with Your beautiful Son Jesus Christ. May You grant us persevering faith by Your Spirit even when we face hardships and are pressed on every side. May we rejoice in the knowing the result will bring the reward when He returns. Father, I pray for my brothers and sisters who are doing just that, enduring. They are an inspiration to Your body of believers, so please bless them with the abundance of Your goodness. May we remain strong not cowering or denying You when persecutions come, even if it is within the walls of our families. May we have complete sincere joy in living for You as we mature in our faith and resolve that You are the One true living God worthy of all our devotion. May we continue to lay aside the old man and finish our race with gusto. Your loyal love Jesus remains despite the choices some make to abandon the faith. Have mercy Lord as You did with Peter who denied You three times, restore the fallen to the joy of their salvation. Heavenly Father, call the prodigals home for Your glory and as a blessing to those who are waiting. In Jesus matchless name Amen.