ECCLESIOLOGICAL ETCHINGS
February 20, 2023
Prayer for the Week:
What grudge do I carry?
What animosity do I hold?
I’m sure there is
an explanation
a rationalization
a well formed justification
for why I clasp
so tightly
to what is not of you
to what is life-depleting
to what skews my perception
Why the grudge?
Why the animosity?
Do I believe
if by holding it to the end
I will be victorious?
Do I actually believe
this will be good
in the long run?
By my refusal
to let go
to seek mercy
to embrace grace
I have not been able
to enjoy the life you offer
O God
who is forever good
and perpetually kind.
Help me to
loosen my grip
ease my unexplainable hold
Help me
Please help me
Amen.
