by Dona Hake
There is so much power in simplicity. I believe this truth can be applied to every area of our live 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. Do not ever judge a child’s prayer to be ineffective simply because they did not pray the words you might have said. God sees the 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.
I would like to share a precious prayer that I found the other evening while reading one of my favorite books on prayer. 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 is the asking to live the day quietly and easily. I loved 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 your life and on that path you will seek to be at peace and maintain joy as you live and work with those around you. How powerful this simple prayer is yet it will help you see your tomorrow with confidence and courage rather than dread and fear. Remember to simply pray and pray simply. God bless you!
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