Praying the offering of self

Lord Jesus,
you told your friends
not to worry about the future.

You showed them
how to have the attitude of simple trust
that young children have,
so that they could place themselves
into the caring hands of your Father.

And so I ask for the power of your Spirit
that I may remain positive
throughout all that is ordinary in my daily life.


I know that your touch
can change people and situations,
and so I ask you
to join me in offering to our Father
not only the good things of this day
but also the suffering and sacrifices
that I want to offer cheerfully and lovingly,
and in a quiet and hidden way.

And so may any difficulties
and frustration and pain of this day
be transformed in your presence
for the benefit of other people. Amen.