July 21, 2009

Here is today's prayer:

O Lord, how do I let go when I'm so unsure of things? I'm unsure of your will, and I'm unsure of myself...That really isn't the problem at all, is it? The truth of the matter is I hate the very idea of letting go. I really want to be in control. No, I need to be in control. That's it, isn't it? I'm afraid to give up control, afraid of what might happen. Heal my fear, Lord.

How good of you to reveal my blind spots even in the midst of my stumbling attempts to pray. Thank you!

But now what do I do? How do I give up control? Jesus, please, teach me your way of relinquishment.

Amen.

Prayer - Finding The Heart's True Home, pg. 56 - Richard J. Foster