Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

A beautiful prayer...

... found in the book Saintly Solutions to Life's Common Problems, by Fr. Joseph Esper.


God of mercy and truth, 
You gave us the ability to speak
so that we might glorify You and 
encourage our brothers and sisters.
Help me to overcome my tendency to
speak unkindly about others
and to criticize those around me.
Teach me instead to praise, to encourage, to defend,
and to say only those things I myself would
want to hear from someone else.
Form within me the habit of praying for help
in overcoming those faults I observe and of
speaking respectfully to those with whom I disagree.
Please give me also the courage to accept criticism 
from others by responding calmly, 
while honestly considering whether their remarks
contain wisdom and truth.
May all my words be pleasing to You
and beneficial to those who hear them. Amen.

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2 comments:

  1. "Teach me instead to praise, to encourage, to defend,
    and to say only those things I myself would
    want to hear from someone else."


    Amen! Let it be so Lord!

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  2. oh, Father, may ALL my words be beneficial to you and your kingdoms purpose.

    beautiful!

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