My Prayer
by
J. A. Freeman
MY DEAR FATHER in the Heavens, I adore Thee! Hallowed by Thy Holy Name!
I thank Thee for lavishing Thy grace upon such as me, for giving me faith to grasp the blessings bestowed, and for the spirit of adoption which enables me to call Thee my Father.
Grant that I this day may add to my store of heavenly treasures. Grant that I may like Abraham of old, be ready to sacrifice my dearest possession in obedience to Thy command and will.
I thank Thee for making known to me some of Thy secrets, for giving me an insight into the blessings Thou hast in store for Thy saints, Thy beloved people Israel, and for the whole world of mankind.
I thank Thee for giving me of Thy righteousness and of Thy peace.
Grant that today I may be content with my lot, knowing that all is of Thee.
Accept my thanks for my food and drink. May the strength I receive from the food be used in Thy service, and for Thy glory.
Hallowed by Thy Holy Name! All thanks to Thee for giving me life!
Amen!