The Abundant Life Center

 

 

 

by Dona Hake

 

 

There is so much power in simplicity. I believe this truth can be applied to every area of our life, especially prayer. Many times we can seem to think that because our problem is so complicated that the problem must be prayed with complicated wording and thoughts. Let us consider the prayer of a child.    They speak with honesty and simplicity, and usually the prayers are quite short.   They just have this sweet childlike faith that should challenge our hearts  God sees our heart and that is the most important thing of all. He desires that we keep our hearts clean, and humble before Him in order that we may serve Him without inward distractions.  He also loves when our hearts and faith are like that of a a child.

 

I would like to share a precious prayer that I found in a book of prayers  that I have. I want you to take note of how simple yet profound it really is.

 

 

“Help me to live this day quietly and easily,

To lean upon Thy great strength trustfully and restfully,

To wait for the unfolding of thy will patiently and serenely,

To meet others peacefully, and joyfully,

And to face tomorrow confidently and courageously.”

Anonymous

 

The beginning of the prayer  asking God for help to live the day quietly and easily. I love this. I do not see this as a request for the easy way but rather that one’s heart would remain quiet in the midst of any confusion or difficulties that may be encountered. How beautiful it is to wait patiently as His hand directs His will in our life and on that path we can seek to be at peace and maintain joy as we live and work with those around us. How powerful this simple prayer is yet it will help us see our tomorrow with confidence and courage rather than dread and fear. Remember to simply pray and pray simply. It’s just that simple!    God bless you!