Celtic Prayer: Lord of My Heart

Lord of my heart, give me vision to inspire me, that, working or resting, I may always think of you.

Lord of my heart, give me light to guide me, that, at home or abroad, I may always walk with you.

Lord of my heart, give me wisdom to direct me, that, thinking or acting, I may always discern right from wrong.

Lord of my heart, give me courage to strengthen me, that, amongst friends or enemies, I may always proclaim your justice.

Lord of my heart, give me trust to console me, that, hungry or well-fed, I may always rely on your mercy.

Lord of my heart, save me from empty praise, that I may always boast of you.

Lord of my heart, save me from worldly wealth, that I may always look to the riches of heaven.

Lord of my heart, save me from military prowess, that I may always seek your protection.

Lord of my heart, save me from vain knowledge, that I may always study your word.

Lord of my heart, Save me from unnatural pleasures, that I may always find joy in your wonderful creation.

Lord of my heart, whatever may befall me, rule over my thoughts and feelings, my words and action.

I saw this over at The Happy Wonderer this morning and it really captured my imagination.  As I read through it, scriptures came leaping into my mind. 

I thought it would make a good series of posts, so I'm going to be taking these phrases, one at a time, and adding scriptures and perhaps some of my own thoughts over the next week or so.  You can find them all by clicking the "Lord of My Heart" button in the sidebar.  Feel free to meditate upon these phrases along with me and leave your thoughts in the comments.

Comments

[ukrainiac]

I look forward to your posts.

[lisa writes]

Beautiful! I too look forward to your thoughts.

[:: Suzanne ::]

I am so looking forward to this series. Thanks.