rayer Before Going to Work



How gracious you are, O God
You give us everything in this life:
food on our table,
clothes on our backs,
a roof over our heads,
a meaningful existence,
the spirit of discernment.

How gracious you are, O God,
to enhance this unworthy body
with a creative mind
and skilful hands.
You gift us with innumerable talents
and make us stewards of Your land.
You call us not servants but masters
of all Your creation.

Guide us that we may remain
faithful and responsible workers
and tenants of Your vineyard.
Grant us the grace
not to doubt Your Word
nor challenge Your divine will.

Keep us from succumbing
to the seductions of fame,
the lures of material wealth,
the quest for personal gain.

May we not gamble future glory
for the passing pleasures of this world.
Give us the courage to stake everything
on You alone, O dear God.

Amen.


Sent by:
Ann Francisco


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