*A tizzy is a "state of frenzied excitement or distraction, especially over some trivial matter" (Webster's New Unabridged Dictionary) Funny prayers are always a good thing; it makes our relationship with God more light and easy than what some of us make it to be. This is a funny prayer. But this one is a … Continue reading #352: A Prayer to Be Free From Tizzies
#104: Prayer for the Cave Time
There are moments in our lives when we just want to go and hide in our cave. It could be because of that inherent need of introverts to get some energy from self, or it could be because of shame, or trauma. It could also be because some of us feel unloved or un-accepted. Whatever … Continue reading #104: Prayer for the Cave Time
#78: A Prayer of One Who is in Constant Physical Pain
Today, we pray for those who are sick in mind, body and spirit. It is a difficult situation to be in--we have been in that kind of situation at one time or another--and we know how difficult it can get. Think of one you know who is going through this right now and offer this … Continue reading #78: A Prayer of One Who is in Constant Physical Pain
#26: Playing Dead
Playing Dead Joyce Rupp A large, green grasshopper, jumping like he's in the circus, moves before me on the path. I step nearer and touch him with my long stem of grass. He's suddenly silent. Not a breath of movement from him, like a little bump of green. "Clever," I say to myself, "neat way … Continue reading #26: Playing Dead
#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
#1: New Year’s Blessing
This is a beautiful set of blessings to ask for this year. I suggest you pray this out loud, feeling the words as they come out of your mouth. Read it once or twice and pause over words that catch your attention. Prayerfully think about those words and let that be your prayer starter for … Continue reading #1: New Year’s Blessing
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