Prayer for America 10/17/05

Lord God, I remember today all my fellow Americans who are homeless, jobless, friendless, or experiencing some other kind of painful loss or struggle. I pray that you will guide them to the kind of help they need. Thank you for the many religious institutions, agencies, and programs that exist in this nation to give a helping hand. Please grant them the resources and wisdom to operate effectively. Last but not least, Father, open my own eyes to the needs all around me. I want to help heal the wounds of those in my country whose lives have been touched by personal hardship. In your name, amen.

The beauty of creation inspires me to live a life where I, too, can create something beautiful.