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FINGER PRAYER
Your
thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest
to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is,
as C.S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty."
The next
finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal.
This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers.They need support and wisdom
in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.
The next
finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the
president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators. These
people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.
The fourth
finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is
our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will testify.It should remind
us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your
prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.
And lastly
comes our little finger; the smallest finger of all. Which is where we
should place ourselves in relation to God and others.. "the least shall
be the greatest among you." Your pinky should remind you to pray for yourself.
By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will
be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself
more effectively.
- Author
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PRAYER
FOR TOMORROW
Beyond
today will be tomorrow,
But
what will it bring of joy or sorrow
I cannot
know, I can only pray
Your
guidance, Lord, each hour, each day.
Your
strength to bear whatever may be
Your
loving wisdom has for me..
So sweet
or bitter, sad or gay,
Be with
me Lord, beyond today.
- Carlene
A. Wallace
I
SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY
I said
a prayer for you today
And
know God must have heard,
I felt
the answer in my heart
although
he spoke not a word
I didn't
ask for wealth or fame
(I knew
you wouldn't mind);
I asked
for priceless treasures rare
Of a
more lasting kind
I prayed
that He'd be near to you
At the
start of each new day;
To grant
you health and blessings fair,
And
friends to share your way.
I asked
for happiness for you,
In all
things great and small,
But
that you'd know His Loving care
I prayed
the most of all.
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