Gracious God, as we wake up to the falling of rain, for the first time in many days, we are reminded of Your living water that refreshes and renews our souls. And so today Lord, we pray for your sustained energy and resolve to continue to place our trust in You, to hold true to the teachings of Jesus Christ. As the deer pants for the water, our souls long to be close to You. May Your Holy Spirit fill us and sustain us in the day ahead. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.