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Let us pray: Lord Jesus, as you touched the eyes of the blind man, touch us so that our eyes may be opened so that we can “really see” the many wonderful things around us and in our own lives. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1004.jpg |
Let us pray: Inspire us, Lord, to take the gospel more seriously, that we may be credible witnesses of your love. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1005.jpg |
Let us pray: God our Father, give us the power of your Spirit that we may see and love in others what you see and love in them. We want to see the positive in people and bring out the best in each other. It’s easy to say that, but not always easy to live it out, and so we ask you to help and inspire us to live as you would like us to live this day. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1006.jpg |
Let us pray to be appreciative of all who influence our lives, including many whom we will never meet: God our Father, I thank you today for those people whom I will never know who make my life better for what they offer - those far away, and those very near. More and more may I come to appreciate and respect everyone who is a part of my life. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1007.jpg |
Let us pray: God our Father, we pray that we may grow in such a way as to be welcoming to other people, and generous in every way to those people we don’t agree with. Lead us to appreciate others in the same way that we would like to be appreciated. Never let us look down on others, or consider anyone to be less than ourselves. Show us how to be open-minded and able to learn from each other so that, together, we may grow as the people you invite us to be. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1008.jpg |
Lead, kindly light, amid th’encircling gloom: lead thou me on. The night is dark, and I am far from home, lead thou me on. Keep thou my feet; I do not ask to see the distant scene; one step enough for me. I was not ever thus, nor prayed that thou shouldst lead me on. I loved to choose and see my path; but now lead thou me on. I loved the garish day, and, ‘spite of fears, pride ruled my will; remember not past years So long thy power hath blest me, sure it still will lead me on o’er moor and fen, o’er crag and torrent, till the night is gone, and with the morn those angel faces smile which I have loved long since and lost awhile. John Henry Newman left the Anglican Church and became ordained as a Catholic priest. He was created a Cardinal in 1879, and died 11 years later. http://www.angelwinks.webby.com/images/glass12.jpg |
In the Bible we find this passage from Saint Paul about filling our minds with good things. “I want you to be happy, always happy in the Lord. I repeat, what I want is your happiness. Let your tolerance be evident to everyone: the Lord is very near. There is no need to worry: but if there is anything you need, pray for it, asking God for it with prayer and thanksgiving, and that peace of God, which is so much greater than we can understand, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus. Finally, fill your minds with everything that is true, everything that is noble, everything that is good and pure, everything that we love and honour, and everything that can be thought virtuous or worthy of praise… Then the God of peace will be with you.” Let’s pause for a moment in silent prayer, asking that our minds be filled with all that is good… http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1010.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, you called Zacchaeus by his name and enabled him to grow. I ask you to enter my life in a new way this day that I may grow in stature and wisdom and grace as the person you call me to be. Inspire me to follow you more closely and help me to live in such a way that I encourage others and bring life to them. No one is small in your eyes; let no one be small in mine. Amen. http://www.animated-gifs.eu/phone-24...uatic/0182.gif COME OUT OF THE DARKNESS - AIM TOWARD THE LIGHT! The site were I get my pictures is down, all are boxes on previous posts. Hoping it is under repair and not out of service. It said the pictures were free, so hope the site hasn't closed. It has been a blessing to me and have used it for many years. |
I thank you, Lord, for knowing me better than I know myself. I thank you for letting me know myself better than others know me. Make me, I ask you then, better than they suppose I am, and forgive me for what they do not know. Words of the Father-in-Law of Mohammad http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1012.jpg |
Let us pray, using some words from one of the psalms in the Bible: I thank you, Lord, for the wonder of myself, and for the wonders of all your creation. (Psalm 139) I thank you for your faithfulness and love. You stretch out your hand and save me. (Psalm 137/138) Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. (Luke 2342) Lord, you know that I love you. (John 17) The things, good Lord, that we pray for, give us your grace to work for. (St Thomas More) Let us remember that we are in the presence of God. And let us adore Him. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1013.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord, be the foundation on which I build my life. May my door be wide enough that I may be welcoming, inviting others to grow. May my door be narrow enough to keep out what is not good. May I build no walls that keep anyone out, but build your Kingdom together with all whom you give me as my brothers and sisters - valuing all who are a part of my life. May I live in such a way that those “who trespass against” me - who hurt me - may know my forgiveness and generosity - as I know yours. Surround me with your love and shield me from all harm. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1014.jpg |
O God, lead us from death to life, from falsehood to truth. Lead us from despair to hope, from fear to trust. Lead us from hate to love, from war to peace. Let peace fill our hearts, our world, our universe. Amen. (‘The Universal Prayer of Peace’) http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1015.jpg |
The Signs of Inner Peace http://www.animated-gifs.eu/easter-eggs/0042.gif Frequent Attacks of smiling A loss of interest in conflicts A loss of interest in judging self A loss of interest in judging other people An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others Contented feelings of connecting with others and nature Loss of ability to worry (This is a very serious symptom) Increased tendency to allow rather than force things Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation A tendency to think and act spontaneously An increased susceptibility to the love extended by others - unknown When we pray, it shall be given onto us. http://www.animated-gifs.eu/easter-eggs/0042.gif The regular prayer says, "Pause for prayer." It didn't give a prayer, I took it to mean to pray for what we feel. |
MARCH It is not only amidst our joys and hopes but also in our grief and anguish, Lord, that you are with us. Sustain us today in your love. Let us pray: Lord of life, we give you thanks for the beauty of creation, and we rejoice when we see signs of new life. May we be Spring to others and never Winter. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1017.jpg |
An old one, but a good one.
I've never made a fortune, and it's probably too late now. But I don't worry about that much, I'm happy anyhow And as I go along life's way, I'm reaping better than I sowed. I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. Haven't got a lot of riches, and sometimes the going's tough But I've got loving ones all around me, and that makes me rich enough. I thank God for his blessings, and the mercies He's bestowed. I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. I remember times when things went wrong, My faith wore somewhat thin. But all at once the dark clouds broke, and the sun peeped through again. So Lord, help me not to gripe, about the tough rows I have hoed. I'm drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. If God gives me strength and courage, When the way grows steep and rough. I'll not ask for other blessings, I'm already blessed enough. And may I never be too busy, to help others bear their loads. Then I'll keep drinking from my saucer, 'Cause my cup has overflowed. |
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