If I build a life, might it not later get knocked down?

Any effort now for tomorrow is itself an act of faith.

Let me build for tomorrow, Lord, in devotion to you.

(Letter #3,976)

Carry only what is used.

Wear only what is needed.

It is not great deeds that will be asked, but great acceptance. Let me feel your everlasting arms under me.

The day breaks, am I ready?

(Letter #3,975)

A taught spring. Lord, wash over me, unclench my jaw.

What could happen here, in this moment, that you do not approve?

Let me have ease, Lord.

(Letter #3,974)

Let me shed peace today, in all the places I may go.

Let me shed peace today, in all I do.

Strike peace into my heart, Lord, that I may share it.

(Letter #3,973)