God and I have very informal talks. There are times when I have the opportunity to hear a new pastor speak and I am overwhelmed by the quality of his prayers. I think...."I WISH I could put my thoughts into phrases that have such a lovely sound."
Usually my prayers are apologies for my shortcomings, and pleas for help to be a stronger, better person. Sometimes they are a litany of the woes in my life. Occasionally they ask for help for friends and family, and some times they are the simple formulas we learned as children....."Now I lay me down to sleep...."
I trust that God will forgive me for my shortcomings in the quality prayer department, because I'm sure that he knows they are heartfelt and sincere. I hope God has a sense of humor, because the prayer that frequently flits through my brain is "Dear God, please give me patience, NOW!"
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You probably already know my thoughts - gord has a tremendous sense of humour. The platypus was not a mistake. Dust is there so we can leave messages for other folk. Sometimes I thank gord when I hit a red light (always when I'm in a hurry) - it forces me to slow down and reconsider *that moment* which, really, is all there is.
Then again, look at the first word in the title of my blog. Heh.
Posted by Essay | February 17, 2004 11:50 PM
Posted on February 17, 2004 23:50
I am constantly praying "God grant me patience NOW!!!" On bad days I pretty much scream it *smile*
Posted by Jamie | February 19, 2004 11:35 PM
Posted on February 19, 2004 23:35