Glorious Lord,

You are wonderous to see and know. Your glory outshines the purest gold or the clearest diamond. Take away our pride in possessions, Father, and give us humble hearts of service and compassion. Help us not to place our hope in the uncertainity of money, but in you, who generously gives us everything we need. Make us rich in good deeds and helping others, which you have created us to do. Tune our minds and souls to the same frequency as yours so that we don’t overlook the poor, the hungry, and the destitute. Focus our eyes on the opportunities that come our way every day to touch others with your grace and truth. Help us avoid the dangers of wealth and grasp the joys of service.

                                                                                                     Amen.

A prayer by M.Norvel Young in FOR THEY SHALL BE FED, edited by Ron Sider.