Righteous and merciful God, we thank you for sending your son to identify Himself with us in our struggles and hopes. We are redeemed by our faith in Him. As He promised to come again to judge the living and the dead, help us to be diligent in our faith and prudent in ouractions so that we will be with Him and He will be with us, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.