Sometimes when we pray, we don’t know what to say.  Maybe prayer is new to us and we get tongue tied.  Maybe we are tired and weary and can’t think or just don’t have the words.  I found this poem online and it seemed to fit the bill.

 

A Mother’s Prayer

Lord, give me strength just for today

To lead my children in your way;

Oh, give me wisdom, Lord, and grace

To show to them your precious face!

And help me, Lord, to teach them, too

The things of Christ so rich and true,

Just let them see in me, dear Lord,

Your holiness in life and word.

Keep me from sinning with my tongue,

From harsh, quick words that might have stung

Their tender hearts that trust me so

And watch to see which way I go.

Dear Father, keep my thoughts so pure

That they will always know for sure

My Lord has lead me all the way,

Lord, grant my prayer just for today.

(Author Unknown)