how long, O Lord,
will we follow foolishness
pursue perverse rank rebellion
flounder in personal darkness?
how long, O Lord,
will we ignore garden plan
where life was very good with
all creation in perfect balance?
how long, O Lord,
must we use, abuse, misuse
ourselves, each other, the earth’s
precious children, gentle creatures?
how long, O Lord,
till you quiet our restless souls
long enough to listen to your words
of beauty, love, grace, and truth?
how long, O Lord,
till our pride is humbled, our
grip on wealth’s power loosened
and we find satisfaction in You alone?
Meeting at dVerse poets’ pub to chant with Bjorn today…
a poem in my pocket 
Jul 20, 2021 @ 04:24:28
almost moved me to tears, especially this:
how long, O Lord,
till you quiet our restless souls
long enough to listen to your words
of beauty, love, grace, and truth?
Jul 23, 2021 @ 07:16:59
The prayer of my heart for all of us…
Jul 19, 2021 @ 13:54:41
This is incredibly deep and poignant! Sigh 💝
Jul 19, 2021 @ 18:19:29
I appreciate your comment, Sanaa.
Jul 19, 2021 @ 06:33:13
I echo your sentiments here, Lynn, well said!
Jul 19, 2021 @ 10:59:42
Thanks, Ingrid!
Jul 18, 2021 @ 02:50:58
kaykuala
Love the divine help sought that many may forget to invoke. Apparently if one prays in time it will be fulfilled. Yes, Lynn, the rat race is a spoiler!
Hank
Jul 18, 2021 @ 18:09:40
Yes, Hank. I believe God hears our prayers in Jesus’ name.
Jul 17, 2021 @ 10:36:41
This is a prayer that speaks to me, and I think to all religions… we are misusing each other and the world so much.
Jul 17, 2021 @ 06:18:21
All good questions. Pride and money blind us to what is important. (K)
Jul 16, 2021 @ 22:42:10
this is a beautiful and meaningful prayer, thank you for sharing it with us
Jul 16, 2021 @ 21:01:24
We need every prayer, every plea, every chant … thank you for gifting us this chant poem.
Jul 16, 2021 @ 20:35:05
A beautiful prayer Lynn.
Jul 17, 2021 @ 12:12:07
Thank you, Grace.
Jul 16, 2021 @ 14:06:20
I will pray beside you on this one, Lynn. Please Lord, hear our prayers. Bring us back into balance in your garden.
Jul 16, 2021 @ 14:18:16
Thanks, Lisa.
Jul 16, 2021 @ 18:23:17
You’re welcome.