Encourage all to pray for members of our worldwide brotherhood who have been affected by various trials, even mentioning them by name if possible."
Lord,
please help Br. Geoffrey Jackson to show courage and honesty the next time he is questioned about his beliefs. When he must answer to the worldly authorities, please pour your holy spirit upon him so that he may give truthful answers. Help him to see the importance of standing by the teachings of your earthly organization. Give him insight and discernment that his utterances are consistent with the beliefs of his fellow witnesses. Where we are taught that the 'faithful and discreet slave' are your channel for imparting instruction and understanding to your faithful people, please help Br. Jackson boldly witness in harmony with these teachings. Help all our dear brothers and sisters who have been stumbled by his outrageous behaviour. Help all those who witnessed his testimony to realize that Br. Jackson is just an imperfect man. Please forgive Br. Jackson for his obfuscation and unclear responses at the Australian Royal Commission. Forgive Br. Jackson for being evasive and avoiding confrontation for his own personal interests. Forgive Br. Jackson for not standing up boldly to give a great witness for your name. Forgive Br. Geoffrey Jackson as he forgives others their sins.
In the name of Jesus,
Amen.