This litany was written by Howard Thurman, an African-American theologian, educator, and civil rights leader. Today we pray for the understanding and the deep peace that comes after all the celebration of the past few weeks have died down. Today we pray for our hearts, that we encase it in what Christmas is all about. … Continue reading #15: The Work of Christmas
#14: Prayer for the Sick
Today we pray for the sick and dying. You may have a family member or close friend who is sick, or you may be sick yourself. Pray to the God who is healer and giver of fullness of life. Say this prayer in your heart. And imagine God touching you or your friend or family … Continue reading #14: Prayer for the Sick
#13: The Perfect Cup
The prayer for today asks us for the grace of vulnerability. It is a difficult grace to ask for sure, but it is a critical grace to ask if we are to grow in our spiritual life. Sometimes, we'd rather die than be found wanting, or exposed or be found defenceless. So today we look … Continue reading #13: The Perfect Cup
#12: Your Birthday Prayer
If today is your birthday, then do this. If today's not your birthday, bookmark this post so you can go back to it if and when your birthday comes! 1. List down three (3) of the most significant events in your life over the past year. Remember the event and talk to God about them. … Continue reading #12: Your Birthday Prayer
#11: Google’s 2018 In Search
What did people in the planet use google search for the most last year? This is the theme of the video below. For your prayer today, I suggest you watch this video, and try to feel what the video's message is. And then ask yourself this question: if you had your own "Google" for your … Continue reading #11: Google’s 2018 In Search
#10: Prayer for Generosity
As you pray this prayer today, I suggest you think about one or two concrete things you can do today to help you practice generosity. Generosity doesn't have to be monetary or material. Find your own particular, special way to be generous today. Prayer for GenerosityIgnatius of Loyola Lord, teach me to be generous.Teach me … Continue reading #10: Prayer for Generosity
#9: In the Hands of God
Pedro Arrupe composed this prayer after he suffered a debilitating stroke, the effects of which he patiently endured for the final ten years of his life. Try to say this prayer truthfully today. Is it difficult or easy to pray? In the Hands of God by Pedro Arrupe, SJ More than ever I find myself … Continue reading #9: In the Hands of God
#8: Psalm 91
This is The Voice version of Psalm 91. When I was young, my parents would open the Bible on this particular passage and put it on top of my bed. It is a ritual I remember and during times of danger, fear and discouragement, I would often come back to Psalm 91, pray it, and … Continue reading #8: Psalm 91
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