Unusually, almost all the readings this week have had a single focus: Jesus journeying towards Jerusalem, knowing that the likely outcome for him is suffering and death. The scriptures are very clear that he does this for you, for me, for each of us. Can you begin today’s prayer with thanksgiving for what Jesus has done in this journey?

Now look at your own, probably very different, journey through this last week. Ask God to show you more clearly now where and how you have met God along your way.

Looking back over the week – where you’ve been, what you’ve done, the people you’ve dealt with – notice those signs that show God at work with you. Where have you found light and energy? Where have you felt most fully alive?

Next, recall how you have responded to God this week. Thank God for times that response has been a good one. Apologise, perhaps, for times you have ignored God, or mis-used God’s gifts.

Your journey continues. As this time of prayer draws to a close, look to the week ahead. What particular gifts and graces do you especially need from God for whatever you face in the coming days? Ask for those now.

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.

As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be

World without end

Amen.