Lord

A Pure Intention

Lord, let me not think of my own advantage
But more for my fellowman and Your will.
Bless me with the right intention
Restrain me from trying to govern
Other people’s lives.
Prevent me from using friendship
To make comfortable my own ego
From seeking pleasure and convenience
At the expense of other people’s misery
Let me aspire for great works
Not for the spotlight of which
I can never be big enough to stand in.
Pull me away from useless consolations
Give me the pure intention
So I may find a deep interior peace.
Amen.

Bible Inspiration: Colossians 3:17
Whatever you do, whether in speech or in action, do it in the name of the Lord Jesus. Give thanks to God the Father through him.


For My Enemies

Lord, You know the misunderstanding
Between me and certain people.
Harsh words and thoughtless actions
Have been exchanged.
I do not pray for You to change them
I know I must begin with myself
And correct my own shortcomings.
Remove from my memory
All acids of bitterness and vengeance
Enable me now to let all pretensions go
Grant me a quiet mind
Objectivity, and a sense of humor.
Give me the grace of the open heart
The outstretched hand, the warm embrace.
Let me be the first to let go of the hurt
Let it begin with me now.
Amen.

Bible Inspiration: Matthew 5:44
My command to you is: love your enemies, pray for your persecutors.