Lord, its good to be actively concerned about the abuses of human rights in other countries, but I must not lose sight of the mis-treatment of others closer to me. Most particularly, Lord, point out to me my own failings in lacking respect for those who come into my daily life.
I readily condemn slavery, but help me to liberate those I know who are overburdened. I condemn torture, but lead me to discourage the use of cruel words and actions. Remind me that those who degrade others are themselves diminished.
Enlighten me so that I do not jump to conclusions about people, or be judgmental. Lead me always to respect individuals for who they are, realising that their experiences may be different from my own, as each follows paths in life that are individual to them.
May I grow in appreciation that those who think differently from me can hold equally valid views.
In these and other ways, Lord, may I grow in respect for all people.
This day, may others respect me as much as I respect them.
Amen. NH Source: www.prayingeachday.org
04.02.12
I readily condemn slavery, but help me to liberate those I know who are overburdened. I condemn torture, but lead me to discourage the use of cruel words and actions. Remind me that those who degrade others are themselves diminished.
Enlighten me so that I do not jump to conclusions about people, or be judgmental. Lead me always to respect individuals for who they are, realising that their experiences may be different from my own, as each follows paths in life that are individual to them.
May I grow in appreciation that those who think differently from me can hold equally valid views.
In these and other ways, Lord, may I grow in respect for all people.
This day, may others respect me as much as I respect them.
Amen. NH Source: www.prayingeachday.org
