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My prayer today:

That I may feel discouraged, only so I become motivated to change the world. That I may cry, only to draw my heartbeat in line with his. That I may be sad, only to further my compassion and empathy for the lost and the marginalized. That I may feel overwhelmed... With only his love and grace. That I may be emptied, only to be filled again with him. That I may be broken, only to allow myself to decrease and him to increase. That I may hurt, only to move and act on my pain.

God alone deserves all of the glory and all of my praise. May I seek his face and follow his lead so intensely and passionately, that all selfishness fades away. He knows the way. He has a plan to use me to bring about his kingdom here on earth and to glorify him. May I rest in his arms-- fully trusting and breathing in the beautiful fragrance of his love. May I serve, despite the cost. May I love completely without conditions.

Lord, give me the strength. Your will... Not my own. Hold my hand. Comfort me in my sadness. Surround me with people who show me your character daily. May we walk as a body, expressing the grace and mercy you have shown us to everyone we know.