Likewise,
the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray
as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes for us with sighs too
deep for words. (Romans 8:26)
I
know someone who, when asked to say grace, begins with, “Thank you
for the beauty of this day.” I am reminded that every day is
beautiful, no matter the weather or the schedule of activity (or no
activity). As Glen Tyndall would say, “This is the day that the
Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24)
Spontaneous
prayer may be requested of any of us at any time. I have learned
that a few phrases kept in mind minimizes the dry mouth and shaking
voice syndrome. Giving thanks is first, then an acknowledgment of
the day or occasion, followed by specific petitions.
One
unit of my catechism instruction was devoted to prayer with a
suggestion that the petitions of the Lord’s Prayer guide us to
include, in our prayers, a spirit of cheerfulness and confidence,
reverence, expectation and cooperation, thanksgiving, strength,
forgiveness, courage, and praise.
Our
study of the Trinity taught that the Holy Spirit “intercedes for us
with sighs too deep for words.” Sometime my prayer is simply a
request for intercession, in Jesus’ name.
No
matter the form or words of prayer, God hears and blesses us with her
comfort and peace.
Thanks
be to God!
Loving
God, thank you for your Spirit within us and for your many blessings
this day. Help us to do your will and be better Christians. In
Jesus' name. Amen.
Ginnie
Spurr
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