Teach me, that I may know my
weaknesses,
the shortcomings that bind me,
The unloving ways that separate me,
that keep me from recognizing your life in me;
For, I keep company with fear, and
dwell in the house of ignorance.
Yet, I was brought forth in love,
and love is my birthright.
Create in me a clean heart,
O Gracious One, and
put a new and right spirit within me.
Enfold me in the arms of love,
and fill me with Your Holy Spirit.
Restore in me the joy of your saving grace,
and encourage me with a new spirit.
Reflection
Now take some time for
personal reflection.
What in your life brings you to the
deepening awareness that you are God’s Beloved?