Dearest Father God, Thank you for the gift of your Son, Jesus, and for the forgiveness and cleansing that come through him. Let no sin, either known or unknown, reside in any of us, but rather work in us a purified life. Have mercy upon us, O God. Turn our eyes away from useless things. Help us not to love the world or the things in the world. Help each of us to reach out lovingly to others. Our tongues have not always spoken words that glorify you and express care and concern for others. Forgive us, and help us to listen carefully to what we say so that our words become sweet and wholesome. May we never stop seeking you all the days of our lives. May our eyes be opened to see the blessings that surround each one of us daily. May each of us reach out to you as a child reaches out to a parent. May we wait patiently for your answers. In Jesus precious name, we pray...Amen

<small>[ November 22, 2003, 03:58 AM: Message edited by: Cheryls ]</small>