This one began to build but did not have the resources to finish. Luke 14:30

Look to the LORD in his strength; seek to serve him constantly. Psalm 105:4-5

Gracious God, help me to serve you constantly in whatever ways you ask!

Our citizenship is in heaven… Philippians 3:20

You justify yourselves in the sight of others, but God knows your hearts; for what is of human esteem is an abomination in the sight of God. Luke 16:15

God, you know my heart. Help me, I pray, to better know my own heart as well.

O God, you are my God whom I seek; for you my flesh pines and my soul thirsts like the earth, parched, lifeless and without water. Psalm 63:2

…for the temple of God, which you are, is holy. 1 Corinthians 3:17

…eager to do what is good. Titus 2:14

And one of them, realizing he had been healed, returned, glorifying God in a loud voice; and he fell at the feet of Jesus and thanked him. He was a Samaritan. Luke 17:15-16

Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob. Psalm 146:5 (responsorial)

O God, fill me with the desire to share my blessings with others.

With all my heart I seek you; let me not stray from your commands. Psalm 119:10

Well for the man who is gracious and lends… Psalm 112:5

You yourselves know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief at night. 1 Thessalonians 5:2

Jesus asked [the blind man], “What do you want me to do for you?” He replied, “Lord, please let me see.” Luke 18:41

Jesus, open my eyes to your glory and love.

Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, then I will enter his house and dine with him, and he with me. Revelation 3:20

Jesus, knock again. Remind me you are here. Give me the courage to open the door.

He replied, “I tell you, to everyone who has, more will be given, but from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away.” Luke 19:26

Sing to the LORD a new song… Let Israel be glad in their maker… Let them praise his name in the festive dance… For the LORD loves his people… Psalm 149:1-4

Jesus entered the temple area and proceeded to drive out those who were selling things… Luke 19:45

O God, I will sing a new song to you. Psalm 144:9

…so will I tend my sheep. I will rescue them from every place where they were scattered when it was cloudy and dark. Ezekiel 34:12

…but she, from her poverty, has offered her whole livelihood. Luke 21:4

Before the LORD, for he comes; for he comes to rule the earth. Psalm 96:13

Lord of all, I prepare for your coming.

Jesus said to the crowd: “They will seize and persecute you…” Luke 21:12

Jesus, help me to bear the cost of discipleship.

Stand up and go; your faith has saved you. Luke 17:19

I also saw the holy city, a new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God… Revelation 21:2

Thank you, God, for living among your people.

Jesus said to his disciples: “Beware that your hearts do not become drowsy from carousing and drunkenness and the anxieties of daily life…” Luke 21:34

Lord, help me to renew my conviction and focus, that I might stand strong before you, now and evermore.

Be watchful! Be alert! You do not know when the time will come. Mark 13:33

Be watchful! Be alert! You never know when the end time is coming.

…confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart… Romans 10:9

Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit and said, “I give you praise, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to the childlike. Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will.” Luke 10:21

On this mountain he will destroy the veil that veils all peoples… Isaiah 25:7