Various Author

Simple Sign

Simple Sign Tonight, I am fullof uncertainties:rushing water, rocks and loosened stones.  Above me, stars reach connecting pieces of my scattered life, forming constellations of doubt. But when all is quiet, I hear the creek pulsing outside my window.

Also labeled: Meditation Prayer, Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Prayer for Nature, Spiritual Connection

Monday Blues

Monday Blues Chilly, cold, rainy morning I feel as awful as the weather.What a weekend to remember,but Monday is here...Help me complete this day.I pray for your strength.See me through the ever angry boss,who doesn't seem to care.Help me to see your hand in my every step,as you...

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Work, Prayer for a Busy Life, Prayer for Depression, Career

You Know

You Know Only You can say what I need.I think I know:  this job, that house, this person that I say I love. But only You can say what I need.  I do know what I want: to trust more in You, in the gentle and hopefulunveiling of Your promise.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Prayer, Prayer of Appreciation, Starting the Day Prayer, Praise

Strong Enough Love

Strong Enough Love Stand beside me as I look at my grief,for innocence lostand childhood stolen.Help me hold my grief.Help me honor my grief.Help me let my grief go.Take my hand as I look at my rage,for his maddening persistence,violating the boundaries he knew were there.Help me hold my rage.Help me honor my...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Bullying, Prayer for Abuse, Forgiveness, Child Abuse, Prayer for Children

Deflated

Deflated I am broken-hearted.My spirit is crushed.My energy depleted.I want to feel whole againto feel hope, not hurt.With Your grace and goodnesschange is near.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer for Loss, Prayer, Prayer for Depression, Prayer for Divorce, Stress, Bad News, Loneliness, Suicide, Prayer for Help

Faith Focused

Faith Focused Help me to build upon the faiththat you've grown in me,and to use it as an exampleand a testament to You.Teach me that I can overcome,or at least endure, through it all.

Also labeled: Personal Growth, Simple Prayer, Self-Growth, God Help Me, Faith

It's Never Too Late

It's Never Too Late I come to You nowwith a heavy heart.Please forgive mefor not coming to You sooner. I have always prided myselfon being independent.I "knew" I could do everything myself...but I can't.It bothers me to admit that I need help...but I do.I can't manage by myself anymore...I need...

Also labeled: Prayer for Guidance, Request Prayer, Prayer, Spiritual Connection, Prayer for Help

Encounters

Encounters I ask Your blessing upon all who enter my life today. May they feel Your love as they interact with me, hear Your love when I speakand leave my presence knowing they have been touched by Your love. Guide me to see, feel, and love the way You...

Also labeled: Prayer for Guidance, Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Prayer of Appreciation, Faith

Homework Blues

Homework Blues I have four tests this week I haven't studied for.I've been terrible about going to class altogether.I'm not always the smartest kid,and I approach procrastination like it's my career.As I saunter up to this daunting mountain of classwork,Give me an energy jolt, similar to an Adderall.Help me to focus and absorb this...

Also labeled: Back to School, Homework, Prayer Request, Request Prayer, Energy, Stress, Humor

Looking Ahead

 Looking Ahead Hope is the thought of a hand pressedto the small of my back when Iam old and need help up the steps.Love is the sight of someone peelingan orange for two, a brightsweet Sunday morning smell.And, may I not forget:Patience is believing all thisshall arrive in one momentthat I have yet to meet.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer for Love, Prayer for Hope, Prayer, Prayer for Patience, Healthy Relationships

Kill 'em with Kindness

Kill 'em with Kindness The next time some crazy driver cuts me off in traffic,help me to lay off the horn.The next time my boss requires me to come in on my day off,help me to remember it's money in my pocket and avoid the urge to spit in the coffee. The next time my mother tells me I look tired,help remind me...

Also labeled: Negative People, Prayer for Anger, Anger Management, Prayer Request, Self Control, Request Prayer, Humor, Prayer

Refreshed

Refreshed Breathe when all else fails,Breathe to reconnect.In the freshness of the air,You are there taking meto my final place, for today,we are ending on a noteof kindness and grace.

Also labeled: Prayer for Healing, Healing Prayer, Spiritual Healing, Inner Peace, Positivity, Prayers for Blessings, Meditation Prayer

Similar, Yet Different

Similar, Yet Different A thousand lives, like doors;bolted shut, ajar, or wide open;swing doors that don't fasten;glass panels; mortised doors;

Also labeled: Peace Within, Peace Prayer, Tanja Cilia

What the Hummingbird Told Me

What the Hummingbird Told Me Just as a hummingbird can balance between the dying breezeand the uplifting beats of its wings,so too can You steady me amongstthe bleak feelings rising like dark bread inside me,and the bright thoughts of sunrisespilling over the lip of a new day.

Also labeled: Peace Prayer, Power of Prayer, Faith, Prayer for Peace, Getting Along, Prayer for World Peace, Prayer for Reflection, Prayer

Divine Penmanship

Divine Penmanship As another busy day unfolds,may I remember to look up.If even for a moment, may my eyessearch the sky for Your signature.Itʼs written everywhere -in the wisp of a cloudin the brilliance of the sunin the bold declaration of a shooting star.

Also labeled: Inspirational Prayer, Prayer for Guidance, Prayer for Inspiration, Writer Prayer, Motivation

Three-Legged Stool

Three-Legged Stool I feel You whenpeople do good deeds for the needy. I see You whensociety opens a checkbook to serve others. I hear You whencitizens speak out for justice.

Also labeled: Peace Prayer, Prayer for Peace, Prayer, Prayer for Helping Others, Prayer for Charity, Help, Trust

Making Room

Making Room The sign on the wall simply reads: Be Open.  I pray I can be open to change,open to hope, open to love.  I want to be open to joy, and open to unexpected grace. I will be open to gifts You bless me with, whether I know it or not. I know I can do what I ask of myself— to be open to the life I need.

Also labeled: Women Empowerment, Spiritual Healing, Serenity Prayer, Prayer for Serenity, Prayer for Helping Others, Self-Growth, Change for Life

Off the Shelf

Off the Shelf My faith is too delicateto even speak some days.It is a flower, a vase, a glassthat I fear doubt can break.But I shall not leave iton a shelf collecting dust. I shall not place it out of reach—something I see, but never use. So f...

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Praise, Faith, Motivation

Keeping Score

Keeping Score Thank You for simple pleasuresthat fill my heart with gratitude:the kiss of color in a masterpiece of sky,the refreshing coolnessof yogurt in the morning light,a clean, comfortable bedat the end of the day. In my blessed abundance,help me understand why

Also labeled: Peace Prayer, Prayer for Peace, Prayer, Prayer for World Peace, Natural Disaster, Prayer for Unity

All in One

All in One When I’m weak, You are my strength.When I’m afraid, You are here.When I’m sad, You are my joy.When I’m in despair, You are my hope.When I’m alone, Your presence stays.When I stumble, You catch me.When I don’t understand, You are my Teacher.When others hurt, You are my Healer.

Also labeled: Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Prayer, Faith, Purpose Driven Life, Inner Peace, Prayer for Strength

What Love Says

What Love Says Love says:You are the one who believesthat I will never find you. But I am searching, searching only for you.  If only you’d realize that I reside in that placewhere you never seem to look.   Love says:Listen, go inside...

Also labeled: Prayer for Guidance, Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Motivation

Response to Love

Response to Love You are the center of everything.You exist, I know.  You’re there to keep me dreaming.  You ask me to keep trustingin an infinite planthat will surely bring peace.So amid my sadness,among this doubt,to you, I say:You are e...

Also labeled: Spiritual Healing, Prayer, Self-Growth, Prayer for Hope, Faith, Help

Realizations

Realizations As society progresses,prejudice doesn't disappear.It's merely reassigned or reshaped.Injustice isn't defeated.It simply regroups and resurfaces.I know, in your eyes, we are all Your children.Help others to view each otherwith the same acceptance and love.Help politicians realize that gender shouldn't determine...

Also labeled: Fair Wages, Immigrants, Prayer for Peace, Women's Rights, Peace Prayer, Prayer

The Tricky Ways of Trends

The Tricky Ways of Trends It seems these days that anything goes.Maybe I'm just ancient because I appreciate relicslike courtesy and modesty.  Maybe I'm not hip, because I actually like being a lady You would be proud to...

Also labeled: Prayer for Inspiration, Tanja Cilia, Inspirational Prayer

Wipe, Wipe, Wipe

Wipe, Wipe, Wipe In the morning I wipe upthe spilled cereal milk,then I wipe off the milk mustaches.When the baby cries,it means she needs wiping.Later I'm wiping dirty hand prints off of the walls.It's raining when the kids get home from school...I'm wiping off damp headsand wiping up muddy footprints.Dinner includes...

Also labeled: Prayer for Thanks, Prayer for Parents, Prayer for Children, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer

Miracles of Routine

Miracles of Routine I wake.I am blessed to meet the new day.I stretch and snuggle,I am blessed with arms, legs and body at my command.I open my eyes, I am blessed with vision. I listen to the sounds and silence around me,I am...

Also labeled: Praise, Opening Prayer, Meditation Prayer, Prayer, Starting the Day Prayer

Beginning

Beginning I'm beginning to understandthat in silence I am drawn to You,that my unanswered questionsmay cause me to seek You more,know You more, trust You more. I'm beginning to graspthe significance of pain in my life,that my heartachemay cause me to understandYour children more,love them more, support them more.

Also labeled: Prayer for Serenity, Serenity Prayer, Prayer for Depression, Understanding, Prayer, Trust, Miracles

Bring Treasures to My Life

Bring Treasures to My Life A bottle of Coke, an ice cream cone,a new pair of shoes, a red leather bag.All beautiful types of treasures. The touch of my man, a hug from my kids,laughter on the phone with my friend,photographs of my mom. All...

Also labeled: Prayer for Guidance, Request Prayer, Prayer, Loneliness, Materialism

Strength for the Week

Strength for the Week As a new week stretches before...

Also labeled: Daily Prayer

Locked Up

Locked Up First, a call.He didn't show up for work.A nagging worry as the search began.No results: He's nowhere to be found.Incarcerated.My son, no longer free.Caught in his own reckless stupidity.Yet not only he suffers:I'm in pain, for him, for me,for all of us who love him.Help me to bear the weight of worry.Bring a...

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Prayer for Family, Forgiveness, Loneliness, Jail, Prayer for Children

Another Year, Another Birthday

Another Year, Another Birthday Today I reflect on another year gone by.365 days of living and loving,of rising and falling,of questioning and answering,of sharing and safeguarding,of learning and stretching,of succeeding and stumbling,of laughing and mourning,of giving and...

Also labeled: Prayer, Thanksgiving Prayer, Birthday Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Prayer for Aging

Always There

Always There Give me the strength and wisdomto face all adversities in life,no matter how large or trivial.Though I know You are always with me,I sometimes forgetwhen I am wrapped up in a struggle.The only thing I need is a gentle nudge;the reminder that You soldier on along side me.Help me to stop and realize,You will never...

Also labeled: Prayer for Strength, Prayer, Prayer for Inspiration, Positivity, Inspirational Prayer

Your Healing Hands, Your Healing Heart

Your Healing Hands,Your Healing Heart I ask of You this...

Also labeled: Healing Prayer

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: Humble, Erika Harris, Meditation Prayer, Prayer for Reflection, Prayer for Serenity, Serenity Prayer, Answered Prayers

Forepray

Forepray As I get ready to make love,guide me to be a giver and getter of gifts.Sometimes receiving pleasureis beyond reach for me.But not tonight.This time it will be about us, not my shopping list, the kidsor my petty complaints.Just us.  Please provide mewith the peace of mindto be in the moment.  

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Marriage, Prayer for Love, Intimacy

Rendering

Rendering I come to pray, but sit in silence.  I am listening for You to talk to me.You whisper:Come, let go your heavy burdens.Raise up your weary arms,all the light and yearning they hold.Into my hands, rest your hunger and hurt.Believe all you seek is not beyond hope.Trust it is not outside your being.

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Prayer for Advice, How to Pray, Direction, God Talk

Finding Home

Finding Home I wish for a housewith many roomsto hold all my prayersfor you, my friend.Happiness will sleepin the still places:in cups of tea, picture framesand the smell of hopethat wraps around walls.

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Natural Disaster, Prayer for Shelter, Prayer for Hope, Faith, Prayer for Charity

Namaste

Namaste

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Prayer for Aging, Prayer of Appreciation, Starting the Day Prayer

After the Dark

After the Dark At the end of the daymy eyes are tired.My sadness is heavy.The nights tightening quietgives me much time to worry.But following that silenceYou bring gifts of noise:morning rain, coffee percolators,school buses stopping on the corner.

Also labeled: Prayer for Reflection, Serenity Prayer, Prayer for Serenity, Spiritual Connection, Prayer

One Vision, One Plan

One Vision, One Plan Thank You for giving usthe vision to make this plan.Thank You for giving our leadersopen minds and open hearts.Please give us the strength and wisdomto communicate the vision to our team.We look for enthusiastic supportand capable hands to put our plan into action.We are...

Also labeled: Business, Starting the Day Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Thanksgiving Prayer

Me in You

Me in You In the mirror, I see imperfections.I see skin not clear enough,a body not fit enough,a brain not smart enough,a wit not quick enough,a worker not strong enough,a person not valuable enough.Help me to see You in me,To see Your holy work exude from my being.You created me, and since You're divine and all,I've got to think that You didn't...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Losing Weight, Weight Loss, Confidence, Self Esteem, Prayer Request, Prayer

This Garment

This Garment The one I love is on my mind. I carry You with me every day, like a shawl that covers me, or a stone in my pocket that I constantly reach forto make sure it's still there. But I worry so much about our future.  It's unknown, like everyone's. It's riddled with...

Also labeled: Spiritual Healing, Serenity Prayer, Prayer for Serenity, Prayer, Faith

Living Fully

Living Fully I feel helpless today.I feel that everything I want is impossible.I am bound to suffer.If I trust You to provide mewith all that I need to live fully—will a miracle happen?I let go.Today, I make way for miracles.  

Also labeled: Prayer for Depression, Optimism, Prayer for Serenity

Silent Tears

Silent Tears I cannot heal woundsthat are cleverly concealed.I cannot answer questionsdisguised behind painful smiles.I ask You for the gift of comforting words.Help me to demonstrate love,give hope and provide comfortin Your children's dark times.

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayers for Blessings, Prayer Request, Prayer for Helping Others, Prayer for Depression, Speak Out, Discouraged, Prayer

Searching for Light

Searching for Light I am lost on this dark day,far from the reality.I reach into the blank shadows,but am left wanting. I need the miracle of light.The darkness consumes me. Grant me calmness in this murky place.Give me strength to endure.Offer me Your unending love.Wrap Your arms around me. Protect me from this...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Depression, Overwhelmed, Miracles, Help, Loneliness

There is More

There is More There is a pattern to sunlightdancing soft shadowsacross the morning trees.There is an order, even to the current,flowing towards tumbling waterfalls.There is destiny based on choices,and a calling to those who search.There is more here than even a poetcan pen at dawn, and a philosophercan...

Also labeled: Meditation Prayer, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Nature, Inner Peace, Rebirth

Showing Up

Showing Up Just when I thoughtYou'd forgotten all about me,You show up out of the blue. A message, a flower, a guide.Something speaks to meand it says You. I bet You've been there all along,and since I wasn't expecting You,I missed Your appearance. Open up my sensesso that I may let You in.

Also labeled: Life Lesson, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Spiritual Connection, Direction

Gracefully Aging: Prayer for Betty

Gracefully Aging: Prayer for Betty Raised in a Christian home, Betty was brought up by her parents to love her spiritual roots and have a strong sense of family.  At the young age of 15, she married her one and only sweetheart to start a household of her own. The couple was married for 52 years until her husband’s passing. She continues to be a devoted wife, even after her husband’s death, and the loving mother of three...

Also labeled: Healing Hearts, Prayer for Hope

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, Humble, Prayer for the Home, Prayer for Shelter

The Communion of Community

The Communion of Community We work, live and play side by side,yet we don’t see each other.We live in the same houses,the same towns, but we pass by as strangers.Lift us out of the funk of ourselvesinto the ability to share, to dine,to build a life of love and laughter.

Also labeled: Prayer for Helping Others, Community, A Prayer for the Day, Prayer for Peace, Mary Boscaino, Peace Prayer, Prayer for Judgement, Prayer

Music Within

Music Within I want my life to ring,to surge like a cello,deep and movinggraceful and resonant—the sound of Your voicewhen you speak to me.I hear little songsin my mindof Your promises.They carry methrough each day,and I dance.

Also labeled: Meditation Prayer, Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Spiritual Connection, Praise, The Power of Music

Heart of Love

Heart of Love Your heart of love becomes my own, moving within each moment, all around...

Also labeled: Serenity Prayer, Prayer for Serenity

Morning

Morning I spend the day alone with my thoughts.They’re spread among endless coffee cups,strewn between papers that need grading.  They taunt me like books stacked on my floor,ones that need to be read and resolved.  Help me to remember amidst this scurry:Every morning we have the choiceto r...

Also labeled: Prayer for Inspiration, Relax, Inspirational Prayer, Prayer for Teacher

Spirit Mechanics

Spirit Mechanics Thank You for the miracle of movement.Thank You for the ease with which I directmy body wherever I want to go.Should I ever lose this capacity,let me not be discouraged,let me not lose hope.Help me to realize,that by Your infinite grace,I can never be truly confined.

Also labeled: Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Prayer, Prayer for Aging, Vitality

Moving Pains

Moving Pains Please help me find a sacred place within my heart,where I may house precious memories. Where I may return on a fragile day to wanderthrough each comforting room with out-stretched hands,touching all the joys that once lived within these walls. Please help me find strength and peaceas I place the key to my...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for the Home, Prayer for Shelter, Foreclosure

Forgotten Thank You's

Forgotten Thank You's Between work and family, friends and parties,I often forget to thank You for the little blessings in my life.Thank You for giving me my period last month when I was worried it wouldn't come.Thank You for helping me convince my Trig professor that I deserved to pass.Thank...

Also labeled: Homework, Prayer for Thanks, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer for Love, Praise, Humor, College, Period, Prayer

A.M. & P.M.

A.M. & P.M. This morning I wake and I thank You.For the gift of seeing a new day begin,and the energy I'll need, to make it through today.When the day is over and nighttime comes,I will thank You.For the gift of knowing a day has been well-spentand for the tranquility that comes with a darkened sky.Morning...

Also labeled: Daily Prayer, Prayer of Gratitude, Starting the Day Prayer, Prayer for Today

Every Single Day

Every Single Day A few...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Holiday Prayer, Prayer of Appreciation, Prayer for Parents, Mother's Day

Syncing to Real Life

Syncing to Real Life Thank you for helping me to disconnect,if only for a short time.No television or computer.No social media or texting. Rather, fresh air and pungent smells,Pointed sounds and colorful sights,Surprising tastes and varied textures.Genuine, caring people.

Also labeled: Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Prayer of Appreciation, Prayer for Busy Women, New Technology

Blessed Day

Blessed Day The sun’s broken lightthrough dusty painted cloudsmoves me from instinct to prayer.I bathe in the cuff of morning praise,like a butterfly plotting its path of nectarin the summer mist.The windblown chimesecho the song of Your river.I listen for the thread of heart-string,instead hear a symphony of...

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Starting the Day Prayer, Prayer for Nature, Spiritual Connection, Worship, Motivation, Power of Prayer

The Making of a Star

The Making of a Star It's not fame that I seek, but a grand opportunity to shine through service.Isn't that what follows all the buffing and refining?...

Also labeled: Prayer for Inspiration, Inspirational Prayer

The Process

The Process I think of myself as diamond,perhaps pure gold.Maybe my life is an antique vase,unique, precious, and rare.Consider the point it which they all began.Think of the process each went through.Each test of life has shaped me.

Also labeled: Serenity Prayer, Prayer for Serenity, Life Lesson, Self Esteem, Spirituality Prayer, Planning for the Future

Rejuvenation

Rejuvenation Awake to a damp, cloudy morn;rain imminent.Take a breath of thick, heavy air.I don't ask for sunshine,just a bright perspective of this day.The rains pour down.Rains that cleanse the mind, the air;rains that nourish every living thing.Including me.

Also labeled: Meditation Prayer, Simple Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Nature, Spiritual Connection, Spiritual Healing

Mapquest

Mapquest I stand at an intersection in the journey of life,paths stretch before me with agonizing choice.Which way to turn?No route seems clear.Mists of uncertainty shroud my view.Please show me the way.Take my hand and lead me on the roadthat you would have me travel.Please help me see the green light to my future.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer for Guidance, Crossroads, Balance, Direction

Why Am I Here?

Why Am I Here? I haven't discovered my purpose yet.My friends are so busy with their own.They seem content while I am forever searchingfor that one thing that will fill my being.You have a plan for me.May I only receive your will in my mind.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Patience, Prayer for Depression, Direction, Purpose Driven Life

Soul of Philanthropy

Soul of Philanthropy You have placed within me, my soul.It gives form to my thoughts creatingmy innermost feelingsand driving my actions.I am possessed with goodness and remarkable power.Committed to: doing deeds...

Also labeled: Peace Prayer, Prayer for Peace, Natural Disaster, Prayer for Helping Others, Prayer for Charity, Volunteering Prayer, Prayer for Volunteering

Rescue Mission

Rescue Mission This morning I awakewith a mountain of debton my shoulders;I feel my feet slipas an avalanche of billssends me sliding out of control. Please rescue mefrom this frightening place;Please send reservesof time and patience,and financial resourcesto lift me from the path of...

Also labeled: Prayers for Miracles, Prayer for Prosperity, Prayer, Money, Prayer for Help, Purpose Driven Life, Prosperity Prayer, Help

Priceless Gifts

Priceless Gifts

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Family, Prayer for Children, Praise

Toilet Talk

Toilet Talk A single request—excruciatingly simple:relieve me.The plumbing of a human beinghas pipes, valves and openingsworking in sync withfood I eat and liquids I drink.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer, Praise, God Talk, Toilet, Stomach Problem, Prayer for a Busy Life

After the Wreckage

After the Wreckage I am far away todayremoved from devastationdistanced from despair.Across the world they sufferand I stare at this computerthinking of hopelessness.  My needs are their wants.My wants make me blushwith shame. May the humility that life bringsshow me again,...

Also labeled: Women Empowerment, Peace Prayer, Prayer for Peace, Prayer, Natural Disaster, Prayer of Appreciation, Prayer for Helping Others, Prayer for Abuse, Abusive Relationship, Prayer for World Peace

Listening

Listening Your voice is like the rainthat gently hits the roof of my car.It's a song asking me to open a doorand exit.  Get up.  Move on.Rise from there and laugh again.  But all I want to do,for just now,is sit inside and listen.  You make everything new again.

Also labeled: Meditation Prayer, Inspirational Prayer, Prayer for Inspiration, Prayer

Inspirational You

Inspirational You I pray for You to be with mein the moments I need inspirationto fulfill my life’s pathwaywith creative moments and joy.I know my journey consists ofmore than just monumental events,but is filled with day-to-day activitiesthat lead me to my greatest work.I find my joy and inspiration a...

Also labeled: Prayer for Inspiration, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Prayer of Appreciation, Spiritual Connection, Prayer Request

Ready and Willing

Ready and Willing I fall short, but You are my help.I am no angel, but I look to You.I am not strong, but You are unshakable.I may not be perfect, but I am willing.For in my weakness, I have Your grace.For tough decisions, I have Your Spirit.For every need, I have You.

Also labeled: God Help Me, Positivity, Simple Prayer, Prayer for Thanks, Prayer for a Busy Life, Prayer for Busy Women

Priceless Gifts

Priceless Gifts         

Also labeled: Prayer Video, Praying, Direction

I Am Enough

I Am Enough I need material things to make me feel special.With more, I know I would be worthy.I want it my way and my way now!What is really going on?I want to feel connectedto my friends,family and You.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer, Self-Growth, Materialism

Day's Cycle

Day's Cycle Each day is a prayer.Each morning is a way of saying,"May I..." to the coming day.Each afternoon the work we dohonors the light inside us.Each evening our reflectionsare a dialogue between soul and the Greater Spirit.Each night is a thanksfor the day well endedand for the rest we receive,that...

Also labeled: Meditation Prayer, Prayer, Starting the Day Prayer, Prayer for Children, Spiritual Connection, Praise

Peace Surge

Peace Surge Send peace,like a jolt of electric current;numbing the brain,of every evil tyrant,ruthless dictator,and dangerous fanatic. Send peace,as potent as a lightening rod;striking the heartand transforming the soulof aggressors and war mongers. Bless me with the powerto ignite the spark,and start the...

Also labeled: Peace Prayer, Prayer for Peace, Prayer for World Peace, World Leaders, Politicians, Change for Life, Prayer, International Security

Warp and Weft

Warp and Weft Tenacity is clambering up a waterspout;adversity is a cloudburst from sweeping me away.Perseverance is climbing back up–bold in the face of a torrential rain.Sometimes I feel guttered - washed out,like it...

Also labeled: Tanja Cilia, Simple Prayer

I Know You are with Me

I Know You are with Me My faults are many.My will is weak.My heart is troubled.My life estranged. Your sweet breathcomes through the windand brushes my face,and I know You are with me. My fears are controllingMy mind is numbMy spirit is dampMy soul is fading.

Also labeled: Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Anger, Prayer for Love, Prayer for Patience, Individuality

Your Eye, My Peace

Your Eye, My Peace My mischievous boysalign themselves with chaos.Follow them where I cannot.Step in to protect themfrom dangers and disastrous consequences.May my words reach You.May you favor them with Your guidance.I am forever indebted to You.What can I do to make Your day?

Also labeled: Prayer for Guidance, Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Children

This Coming Year

This Coming Year If hardships come my way,I ask for Your strength to keep strivingtowards what is good, right and honorable. If I encounter impossibilities,keep me depending on You,The Miracle Maker. If success is mine,remind me it is so because of You. I ask for...

Also labeled: New Beginning, New Years Prayer, Request Prayer, Prayer for Depression, Optimism, Prayer

Paid in Full

Paid in Full As the door to each sourceof financial credit slowlycloses with a sickening click,I pray You will help meunclench the familiargrip of fear invadingthe pit of my stomach. Help me remember to breathe.Let me lift my eyes from thepile of papers that have casttheir numerical reckoningupon my weary spirit.  

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Help, Promotion, Money

Your Ideal

Your Ideal Today I am stressed.Stressed to the pointof losing my way in life.It feels easier to sort out waysto be in my addictionthan to be stuckwithin my head today.Stuck in my headfeeling powerlessover what is happeningin my world.

Also labeled: Stress, Prayer for a Busy Life, Balance, Help, Prayer for Inspiration, Inspirational Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Depression, Addiction

By My Side

By My Side My heart is open to Your radiance.I feel the beauty of the universe around me.I smile knowing it is Your glorious creation.When others tear me down,You lift my spirits.When all hope is lost,You are the anchor which keeps me grounded.

Also labeled: Prayer for Serenity, Success, Optimism, Serenity Prayer

What If?

What If? You probably think I should be over this by now.A lifetime of temptation, giving up, starting again—follow me into the turmoil of my mind. My body will never be what I want it to be.It's too late for my version of perfect.Age eliminates firm arms, slender waist. Truth broadcasts itself through my conscience.What is left? Can I set new goals?Eliminate old thought...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Self-Growth, Weight Loss, Losing Weight, Self Esteem, Low Expectations, How to Love Yourself

Pledge for the Soul

Pledge for the Soul Today as I clean my home,help me to truly value the worth of my actions.Help me to rise abovethe tedious nature of household tasks,content in the knowledgethat my hands are involved in sacred work.As I scrub and vacuum,let me imagine that I am also keeping my spirit clean and shining.Help me to...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for the Home, Chores, Laundry

Next Opportunity

Next Opportunity Discouragement covers melike piles of papers on this desk.The light in my job is gone.I dream often of leavingthe struggles of dreary daysand finding a new start.But I know too well:I’m too practical to quit,too lazy to leave,too ashamed to walk away,again.

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Work, Overwhelmed, Promotion, Career

Lessons from the Bird-Brained

Lessons from the Bird-Brained Thank You for the opportunity to observe,with wonder, every stageof this feathered familyʼsreproductive drama. Thank You for teaching Your children,through such tiny creatures,the power of parental...

Also labeled: Teaching Religion, Thanksgiving Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for Children

Recognition of Beauty

Recognition of Beauty I won't spend one more day in fear.Today I will not be limited bynegative thoughts that gobble up the dayand don't allow me to recognize the beauty around me.Today I will be freed of unrealistic expectationsthat lead to disappointment and self-pity.

Also labeled: Simple Prayer, Prayer, Self-Growth, Self Esteem, How to Love Yourself, Live in the Present

Showing Up for Life

Showing Up for Life All I want to do today is eat and drinkand lie numb on the sofa.I do not want to think about my obstacles. Today it feels easier and safer to give in to my addiction.Please provide me with the courage to fight my disease.Give me the strength to show up for my life. I have faith in Your presence and knowin...

Also labeled: Prayer for Depression, Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Overwhelmed, Prayer for Help, Loneliness