I believe that my Creator listens to me. I feel loved and supported. Praying helps me to learn more about myself and what I need to do to lead a meaningful life.
I reach out for help. I receive the strength and resources to overcome challenges when I am willing to put forth my own enthusiasm and efforts.
I express gratitude. Being appreciative helps me to see how my Creator works in my life.
I deepen my relationship with the divine. I discover more opportunities to integrate my faith into my daily choices. I become more competent and courageous.
I remove obstacles that make it difficult for my prayers to be heard. I focus on being content with what I have, instead of craving more attention and possessions. I open up my mind to new possibilities, instead of insisting on having my own way.
I pray through my actions as well as my words.
I pray on my own and with my spiritual community. Individual prayer helps me to transform myself while group prayer add more power to my intentions.
I use my prayers to build two-way communication. Communicating with my Creator requires listening as well as talking. I receive more guidance when I engage in conversation rather than a monologue.
Today, I have confidence that my prayers are heard. I pray with happiness and conviction.
Self-Reflection Questions:
1. How do my prayers help me to understand myself?
2. How can I maintain my faith if I don’t receive an answer to my prayers?
3. Why is it important to pray for others as well as myself?