Dear God, I know there are many religions in the world, but there is only One of You. I pray that my brethren of all faith traditions, and no faith traditions, come to know You when You reveal Yourself and lead us to eternal peace and endless joy. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Morning Coffee
Prayer: Still Life
In the stillness of prayer, time has no motion, my head space is clear, and my heart opens up to You, dear God. Thank You for giving me life and lessons to live it. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Appreciate the Beauty
Dear God, lead us thoughtfully through this day. Remind us to pause, to notice our surroundings, and to appreciate all the beauty You have set before us. … [Read more...]
Prayer: First Thoughts
You are my first thoughts in the morning and my last conversation each night. My confidante and teacher. I look forward to the time set aside for prayer and all the random moments You appear. Thank You, God. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Heal a Broken World
Dear Lord, I can't heal this broken world today, but I can begin the process with prayer. That humankind will be kinder, that fairness will be parsed out equally, and that my heart will be filled and refilled with compassion. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Teach My Heart
God, teach my heart this day where and how to see You, where and how to find You. You have made and remade me. You have bestowed on me all the good things I possess, and still I do not know You. I have not yet done that for which I was made. St. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Distracted
Dear God. I come to You weak and distracted. I need Your strength and direction to meet the day with a Godly focus and the ability to carry on. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Holy Day
Every day is holy, some more so than others. On this holy day, I thank You, dear God, for teaching me goodness, shepherding the way, and giving me life. Blessed are You—all praise to You, with gratitude and devotion to You, my Holy God. … [Read more...]
Prayer: Blessing of Sleep
At the end of the day, my eyes are tired. My brain is shutting down. Night’s tightening quiet lulls me into a peaceful slumber. Thank You, Lord, for the blessing of sleep. … [Read more...]