PRAYER EACH DAY - SEPTEMBER 2014
SEPTEMBER If I climb the heavens, Lord, you are there. If I fly to the point of sunrise, your right hand holds me fast. (Ps 139) From Reflect and Pray Let us pray: Lord, we pray that we may live in such a way that we value all that is good in our lives and never take anyone or anything for granted. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod989.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod26.jpg |
We’ll pray using the words of a Muslim prayer: “Lord, may the end of my life be the best part of my life. May my closing acts be my best acts, and may the best of my days be the day when I shall meet you.” Personally, I don't believe in the Muslim religion, but I like the words of the prayer. Like many prayers, words are often taken out of context. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod990.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod27.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1121.jpg Let us pray: Lord, isn’t your creation wasteful? Fruits never equal the seedling’s abundance; springs scatter water; the sun gives out enormous light. May your bounty teach me greatness of heart. May your magnificence stop me being mean. Seeing you a prodigal and open-handed giver, may I give unstintingly like a king’s son - like your own Son. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod991.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod28.jpg |
Let’s pause to express thanks for the good things in our lives: - for people who have given us love and friendship, encouragement and support… - for our talents and health, and for the opportunities that come to us… - for the beauty that we see, and the inspiration we receive… Albert Schweitzer died on this day in 1965. “We thank the Lord for he is good, and his loving kindness lasts forever.” Ps (135) 1361 http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod992.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod29.jpg Sorry these are late, almost time to post them for tomorrow. Not sure I will be able to stay awake to post them at the normal time, my Fibromyalgia seems to have come out of remission. I will do the best I can. |
Let us pray: God our Father, may all of life’s experiences lead us to grow as people who always put love into all that we do. May we live in such a way that our attitude and words and actions reflect to all people their own value, dignity and self-worth, helping people to feel wanted and appreciated for who they are. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod993.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod30.jpg |
Do everything with a mind that lets go. Do not expect any praise or reward. If you let go a little, you will have a little peace. If you let go a lot, you will have a lot of peace. If you let go completely, you will know complete peace and freedom. Your struggles with the world will have come to an end. insight meditation - achaan chah http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod994.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod31.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, the bravery and courage and self-sacrifice of the villagers of Eyam remind us of your words that there is no greater love than for someone to lay down their life for their friends. Jn 1512 We pray for courage when difficult times come upon us. We pray, too, for the generosity to think of others before ourselves. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod995.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod32.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord, we know that each of us will experience difficulties of various kinds at different times in our lives. We pray for courage at those times, but we also pray for courage and strength to join others and be of support when they are in difficulty. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod996.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod33.jpg |
Let us pray, thinking of those who look back and wish they had an extra day or more time: - those who have too little time for what they are expected to do; - those who have lost a sense of balance and proportion in their lives; - those who feel that they have made a mess of everything and would like to be able to start again. We pray, too, for those who might wish for less time: - those who are worried about what might happen; - those who are in despair; - those who suffer hours of pain and illness; - those who are in prison or being tortured; - those who wish to die. On all these people, Lord, we ask your blessing. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod997.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod34.jpg |
Let us pray: God our Father, the Bible reminds us that your love for each of us is great and that you are faithful for ever, never letting us down. Inspire us to value friendship and loyalty, and grow in faithfulness to those who love and trust us. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod998.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod35.jpg |
Let us pray: God our Father, we give you thanks for the talents you have given to mankind, and for the blessings received through those who use their gifts well. We think of the beauty of the world which you proclaimed to be good, but we are also conscious of our misuse of what you have given to us: - from the ore in the ground we fashion bullets and weapons; - from the oil under the sea we derive explosives; - we damage and pollute our own environment for short-term gains; - from the atoms of existence we produce bombs of mass destruction. Our governments spend money in our name maintaining “butter mountains” and “wine lakes”, and we subsidise farmers to “set aside” land so that less food is produced, even though our brothers and sisters die each day from hunger. On our paper money we print the images of famous people, yet often do not treasure and uphold the dignity of all who are made in your image and likeness. Open our hearts to be influenced for good, and inspire us to touch the hearts of others. Enable us to change the things that contradict your love, and may all your people work and grow together as brothers and sisters, building up your kingdom on earth. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ughtpod999.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod36.jpg |
Let us pray: God our Father, for each individual it is as though his or her name is written on the palm of your hand. Lead us to grow in the faith that your love for each person is without limit or condition. Inspire us to live in such a way that the light of Christ may shine through us, bringing love and warmth and happiness to those who share our lives. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1000.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod37.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord, as I offer you all that is ordinary and everyday in my life, I ask you to give me the power of your Spirit that I may do the ordinary things of life in an extraordinary way. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1001.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod38.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, by loving to the extent that you were wounded, Is 53 we are healed. 1 Pet 224 By loving to the point of death and by rising from the dead you have set us free. You remind us that it is when we are weak 1 Cor 127 that we can be strong 2 Cor 1210 because of your love and the power of your Spirit. Enable us to take up our cross each day, Lk 923 share the burdens of others, and follow you faithfully. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1002.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod39.jpg |
Let us pray: Lord Jesus, we can understand your feelings when your friends abandoned you and left you alone when times were difficult. We ask that we, too, may have strength and courage in the difficult times that we will face. Inspire us to live in such a way that we are prepared to be one of only a few, willing to make sacrifices and stand up for what is right. Lead us to work well with others and help bring out the best in one another, and readily thank those who contribute to our lives. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1003.jpg Don't know why, but really like this picture. Maybe just because of what is in it a butterfly and a daisy and what they represent. http://www.daisy-flower.net/ http://www.healthleadsuk.com/article...roperties.html http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod40.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1134.jpg Let us pray, giving thanks for the goodness of creation: God our Father, we thank you for this earth, our home; for the wide sky and the blessed sun, for the salt, earth and the running water, for the everlasting hills and the never-resting winds, for trees and the common grass underfoot. We thank you for our senses by which we hear the songs of birds, and see the splendour of the summer fields, and taste of the autumn fruits, and rejoice in the feel of the snow, and smell the breath of the spring. 6 Grant us hearts that are wide open to all this beauty; and save us from being so blind that we pass unseeing when even the common thornbush is aflame with your glory, O God, our Creator. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1004.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod41.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/kidpod/kidpod1199.jpg Thank you God for Life...a life with meaning in which I can be me, a life of courage to replace the fear. It feels so good to be young and alive, to carry my head high and to keep my mind clear so that I can see and enjoy the truly beautiful world in which you have placed me! Please don't ever let me take my life for granted. Thank you God for Love, for helping me to sow love where only hatred could grow before, for helping to understand my parents and others, show me that, no matter what they do, I can still love them. It is wonderful to know what Love really is--to have that sense of hope which assures me that I don't have to be lonely any more. Thank you God for Joy...the kind of joy that wells within me when I know that my life is in the hands of One who understands and cares as no other can, a joy that brings with it a beautiful feeling of inner peace. And thank you, most of all, dear God for being the greatest friend a young/old person like me can have. ~ Just For Today ~ |
Let us pray: Lord God, may the sight of your creation - from the vastness of mighty stars and planets to the lowliness of the smallest living creature that I can see - inspire me to grow in wonder and awe, in reverence for life, and in appreciation of the people I meet and of all that is around me. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1006.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod43.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1137.jpg Let us pray: Lord God, may others respect and value me as much as I do them. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1007.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod44.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1138.jpg Let us pray: Inspire me, Lord, so that I may reflect your image and likeness a little more clearly each day. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1008.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod45.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qcgirl480.jpg Let us pray: Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation, for having made us all different. What I don’t know about you I need to learn from others because they reflect your image and likeness in a different way. I ask you to lead me to seek to understand the many people of good will who are different from me. 5 Blessed are you, Lord, God of all creation. I am grateful for all that is good in my life. I know that you look on me with tender love, and invite me to assess and renew my attitude and direction in life. Be with me in my determination to live in a positive way. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1009.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod46.jpg |
http://www.angelwinks.net/images/family7.jpg Let us pray: Lord our God, may we grow as people who think of others and see their needs never “passing by on the other side”, Lk 1031 but being willing to make sacrifices and be generous for the good of others. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1010.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod47.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/angelpod.jpg This angel changes daily. Let us pray: God our Father, we pray for all who are in positions of leadership in our country, that they may be inspired by the values of the Gospel. We pray that they may live as people of integrity and honesty, growing in a sense of duty and responsibility, always being aware of the needy, and ready to be of service to others. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1011.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod48.jpg |
http://www.angelwinks.net/images/religious10.jpg Let us pray: Mary, teach us how to say “Yes” to the Lord every moment of our lives. Mary, teach us how to say “Thank you” to the Lord every moment of our lives. This is the prayer on the site that I get my daily prayers. I almost didn't post it, because for me, to pray to Mary, is idolatry. I realized it isn't up to me to decide for someone else, who to pray to, whether it is Mary or Buddha. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1012.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod49.jpg |
Let us pray: http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qcchickspatience.jpg God our Father, we bring before you today those who suffer from chronic illness or disability - those for whom sickness or disability profoundly affects their lives. When they feel diminished, remind them that you call them by name and hold them in the palm of your hand. Is 43 When they feel fragile and broken, mould them and heal them, that they may more closely resemble the image of Jesus, your Son and our Brother. When they are reminded of different times in the past, lead them to grow in the faith that you love them today, as they are, in the reality of their lives this day When they feel uncertain about the future, lead them to that perfect love which casts out all fear. 1 John 418 When situations remind them - not of what they can do, but of what they cannot do - remind them that “love never fails”, 1 Cor 138 and that, living in your love, they will bear your fruit in plenty. Jn 155,9 May all of us - whatever our circumstances - never be so taken up with our own concerns that we do not see or respond to the needs of others. May we live with courage the different challenges that each of us faces. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1013.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod50.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1144.jpg Let us pray: Lord, when I am hungry - lead me to feed others. When I am thirsty - give me water to satisfy others’ thirst. When I am sad - lead me to bring joy to others. When burdens weigh upon me - lay upon my shoulders the burdens of other people. Lord, when I am greatly in need of tenderness and support - lead me to help someone in greater need. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1014.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod51.jpg |
http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod52.jpg Let us pray: Lord Jesus, you took young children in your arms and blessed them. Many times we find in the Gospel that you touched people and cured them. Place your hands on us today that we may know your healing in our lives. May we live in such a way that we help to bring healing and peace and reconciliation to those who share our lives each day. Amen http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1015.jpg http://angelwinks.net/iq/qccat512.jpg |
In the “Star Trek” science fiction series, the Vulcan greeting is sometimes heard from Mr Spock or Ambassador Sarek: “Live long and prosper.” Old phrases from the Old Testament of the Bible: “Sour grapes” - Ezek 182 “The writing’s on the wall” - Dan 525 "She is “the salt of the earth” - Mt 513 “To go the extra mile” - Mt 541 “Not letting his left hand know what his right hand is doing” - Mt 63 “On the straight and narrow” - Mt 714 “Fallen by the wayside” - Mt 134 “The blind leading the blind” - Mt 1514 “Good Samaritan” “Seeing is believing” - Jn 2025 Doubting Thomas; I’ll believe it when I see it. Let us pray: Lord, inspire us in every moment before we speak, so that our words to others today may all be positive. Amen. - someone who doesn’t “pass by on the other side” - Lk 1031 http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1016.jpg Other biblical passages used in ordinary speech, include: “An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth” - Ex 2123 “Tablets of stone” - Ex 34 “Scapegoat” - Lev 1616 “To spy out the land” - Num 1316 “The apple of his eye” - Deut 3210 “Someone after his own heart” - 1 Sam 1314 “How the mighty are fallen!” - 2 Sam 127 “Escaped by the skin of their teeth” - Job 1920 “Pride goes before a fall” - Prov 1618 “Don’t know what tomorrow may bring”- Prov 271 “Put your own house in order” - Is 381 “No peace for the wicked” - Is 4822 “Holier-than-thou” - Is 655 “He is found wanting” - Dan 527 “Don’t cast your pearls before swine” - Mt 76 “O ye of little faith” - Mt 826 “Fallen on stony ground” - Mt 135 “Walking on water” - Mt 1425 “The first will be last; the last will be first” - Mt 1930 “A worker is worthy of his hire” - Mk 107 “The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak” - Mk 1438 “Physician, heal thyself - Lk 423 We have our “cross to bear/carry” - Lk 923 “Once you’ve put your hand to the plough... there’s no turning back - cf Lk 962 “Kept the good wine until last” - Jn 210 “A law unto themselves” - Rom 214 “The love of money is the root of all evil” - 1 Tim 610 “I have fought the good fight” - 2 Tim 47 “He’s got the patience of Job” - James 511 “Streets paved with gold” - Rev 211 & Oh the word of my Lord http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod53.jpg |
Let us pray: http://angelwinks.net/images/iq/qcsnowstarpic288.jpg Lord God, keep in me a sense of humour and the ability to laugh at myself. Lead me always to be positive, looking for the best in people and in situations. Each day and in every way may I grow in the love of the Father and the presence of the Son, and the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1017.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod54.jpg |
Let us pray: http://angelwinks.net/images/general...ralpod1148.jpg God our Father, whatever our age, may we always have a thirst for knowledge and understanding, and be ready to learn from all of life’s experiences. Inspire us always with a sense of wonder and a great reverence for life. Amen. http://angelwinks.net/images/thought...ghtpod1018.jpg http://angelwinks.net/images/faithpod/faithpod55.jpg |
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