Lord Jesus Christ -
Our acts of favoritism do not reflect our belief in You.
Forgive us when we use the things we take notice of to make harmful distinctions between one another. Forgive us when these human-created distinctions lead us to become judges with evil thoughts.
You chose the poor to be rich in faith and heirs to Your kingdom. Forgive us when we dishonor the poor. May we love our neighbors as ourselves - a love free of partiality.
Trusting that mercy triumphs over judgment, may we offer mercy. For what good is our faith without works?
Move us from a dead faith to a faith that is living and active.
Amen.