The God Squad: A God Squad discovery … the bedtime prayer
Q: I, too, wondered why children would recite a prayer regarding death.
My Mom taught us the following prayer, which appears appropriate for all ages.
I have no idea where she found it, but I can say that while raised a Midwest Christian Scientist, both she and her sister went to a Lutheran nursing school in New York City.
Father we thank thee for the night
And for the pleasant morning light,
For rest, and food, and loving care,
And all that makes the world so fair.
Help us to do the things we should,
To be to others kind and good,
In all we do in work and play
To serve thee better day by day.
Amen. -- (From S)
Q: Bless, oh Lord, the repose we are about to take
That our bodily strength being renewed
We may be the better enabled to serve Thee.
(She lived to be almost 98 years old). -- (From S)
Q: Dear God, hear my prayer. Have mercy on me and all humankind for we have erred in our ways. Forgive us all for our errors through Jesus Christ. Help me to forgive others for their unintentional and intentional errors against me. I want it to all be forgiven. Help me and others around the globe far and near with our journey of faith.
Amen. -- (From N)
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