Waiting for the strength to come.

To bear the worry. To withstand the trial. To wait for guidance.

Lord, do I not already have these things? Have you not been holding me in your arms all along?

Let the strength flow, Lord, as you prepare us for great days.

(Letter #3,980)

Am I on this earth to help others?

Why, then, do I receive so much?

Grant me grace to appreciate each moment, Lord.

(Letter #3,979)

Healing, days and nights retreated alone in my cave.

The dawn comes even to the lame.

O Lord, let me turn my face to the warming sun!

(Letter #3,978)

Grant me equanimity, Lord:

In the face of discomfort — in the face of disapproval — in the face of worry.

In the face of praise — in the face of pleasure — in the face of anticipation.

Grant me peace, Lord, no matter the circumstance.

(Letter #3,977)