Humble

From Rags to Riches

From Rags to Riches Seated on a lofty perchshe held her Persian head high.Thank You for allowing meto perceive the subtle dignitythat elevated a homeless felineto the stature of royaltydespite her humble surroundings. There is kindness presentwhere animals...

Also labeled: Life Lesson, Prayer, Prayer of Appreciation, Prayer for Pets, Various Author, Prayer for the Home, Prayer for Shelter

Tick-Tock

Tick-Tock Time is like air,it's a background to everything.It's always there, and like things always there,I can sometimes take it for granted,or not use it wisely. I yearn to spend my time like diamonds,creating premium moments;leveraging minutes for masterpieces,upgrading conversations into communion,allowing the...

Also labeled: Erika Harris, Meditation Prayer, Prayer for Reflection, Prayer for Serenity, Serenity Prayer, Answered Prayers, Various Author

One, Big, Happy

One, Big, Happy Our driveway is a lot for rental cars,our basement a campsite:blankets on couches,air mattresses, sleeping bags.Upstairs, the cacophony of catching up:Look how the kids have grown!How was the vacation?Gee, I miss Gram.Thank You for bringing us together.Thank You for gathering us safely.Thank You...

Also labeled: Lori Strawn, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Prayer for Family, Prayer for Parents, Prayer for Children, Prayer for Grandparents, Trust

Poultice for the Soul

Poultice for the Soul Nobody reads the newspaperthe next day because,well it’s old news.Please help me find a wayto put these things behind me...yesterday’s ways,old habits,antique relationships,limited mind-set.Clear the decks for meto make way forthe bounty,the beauty,the...

Also labeled: Natural Disaster, Prayer for Charity, Ruth Williams, Request Prayer, Prayer for Helping Others, Praying, Prayer

Hotline to Heaven

Hotline to Heaven You have to admit:You made me mouthy,gave me big dreamsand great expectations.I even carry a portable soapboxwith me in case I need to vent. But whatever I need to say,and however I express it,I know You hear me.I might say it in a colorful way,but always intend reverence,

Also labeled: Prayer of Appreciation, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Ruth Williams

Humility

Humility Humble me.Make me small enough to fit on the head of a pin,lest I believethat Your deeds are mine.All the good I accomplishpours forth from You;I am merely a vessel.And when I know this fully,there will be no diminishment,only awe.

Also labeled: Lori Strawn, Simple Prayer, Prayer, Self-Growth

The Temple

The Temple Remind me that You live here,that You designed this bodyas a place for us to meet,an instrument to serve You,a vessel through which I exploreand experienceYour diverse creation.Teach me to revere it as You do,to protect and honor it,to forgive it when necessary.Like me, it is...

Also labeled: Prayer for Aging, Inspirational Prayer, Vitality, Abigail Wurdeman, Prayer for Inspiration, Prayer for Body

Knees on the Ground

Knees on the Ground Not a catchy songfrom an idolized show.Just a simple reflectionupon genuflection andhow difficult it's becomewith each passing yearto bend and re-straightenwithout a cringe and a sigh.Sometimes my kneestake it upon themselvesto voice their displeasure;

Also labeled: Karen Laven, Prayer for Aging, Simple Prayer, Prayer for Pain, Menopause, Prayer