A Prayer for the Kirtland Temple
Lord, we dedicate this house to You, built with sacrifice and love. Let it be a holy place, where Your Spirit dwells and Your glory is revealed to Your people.
A Place of Revelation and Peace
- May this temple be a refuge, a place of learning and revelation, where we can come to feel Your presence and receive guidance.
- Let all who enter find peace, joy, and renewal through Your Spirit.
- Protect this house from the influence of evil, and let it stand as a beacon of light to the world.
Bless Your People
- Bless those who have sacrificed to build this house. Strengthen them in faith, and pour out Your Spirit upon them.
- Remember the poor, the afflicted, and the downtrodden. Comfort them, lift them up, and let this temple be a place of hope for all.
- Guide the leaders of Your church with wisdom and humility as they direct Your work.
Spread the Gospel
Lord, bless us as we take Your gospel to every nation. Open doors for Your servants to share the truth, and prepare hearts to receive it. Let this temple strengthen us for the work ahead.
A Call for Unity
Unite us in love and purpose. Help us to forgive one another and live in harmony as Your people. Together, we can build Zion and prepare the world for Your coming.
A Promise of Blessings
Lord, we trust Your promises. If we’re faithful, we know You’ll bless us with peace, protection, and the assurance of eternal life. Let this house stand as a testimony of Your power and glory.
Thy Kingdom Come
We look forward to the day when Your kingdom is fully established, when all nations bow before You, and when Your people live in peace and righteousness. Until then, help us stay faithful and diligent in Your work.