The Painters Brush

The tapestry of life was set in motion in one masterful stroke, when the foundations of the earth were painted. Then he painted the mountains and the valleys, and the stars and planets of the night.

The sun was painted in the morning to illuminate the day with its light, and the moon became its reflection. But still his work was not finished, and then he painted all of the animal life upon the planet.

Not quite satisfied, he added trees and all kinds of plants along with a beautiful vibrant sky to serve as a backdrop to the earth. He also brushed in the sea, and the fountains of the deep opened at his majestic command of design.

The birds took flight upon the new canvas of life, and everything that lived praised his glory. Even though he was still working upon the finishing touches, within his mind he thought about me and you, and about all of the people he loves and he painted humanity into existence.

Then he framed it among the stars of the universe, for all to see how much he loves us. An artistic masterpiece of love created by the greatest master of all, a work so magnificent and so full of splendor, that it is eternal, and unrivaled in time and space. A masterpiece so unique, that it could have been created only by the very hand, of Almighty God!

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Sacred Vessel

Each day as I greet you Lord, my heart leaps with joy at the thought that you loved me so much that you made the ultimate sacrifice so that I might live.  This is why I choose to live apart from the world, in the world, but not of the world.

A sacred vessel is what I desire to be, a pure and holy instrument of your hands. For you are the potter and I am the clay, make me into your image I earnestly pray. Just as you turned the water into wine, so convert my soul into obedience to your word.

Guide me with your Holy Spirit, so that as I pass through the valley of the shadow of death, I may never fall into error, and uplift my frail heart with your strength and courage. Let praise for you, always flow from my lips that I may glorify your works and magnify your great mercy upon humanity. Dear Lord, grant me peace each day that in the stillness of my spirit I may always hear and obey your voice.

Make me a sacred vessel, worthy of your great love for me. Sanctify me and hold my hand as a Father holds the hand of his child, and never let it go. Make me a sacred vessel, Heavenly Father, so that I may please you forevermore.

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Servant of God

To you who have called me to walk along the sacred path to your beloved heart, I dedicate the fruits of all my labor. Within the consecrated room in my soul, I lift up my voice to you in Heaven. Seeking only to do your will, and please your holy desire for my life.

In this world full of darkness, I ask you to fill me with your light so that I may inspire and illuminate the paths of many through your infinite love and mercy for all of your creatures. Pour out your wisdom upon my spirit until my cup runneth over, and instead of silver and gold help me to bear the cross of my salvation.

For your glory is everywhere, from a radiant sky full of sunlight to the soft rays of moonlight. From a star filled night sky to the birds praising you each morning, you are my Lord and upon your shoulder I shall lay my head down to rest.

Strengthen me Lord, amidst the trials and tribulations of this world and allow me to be a beacon of your infinite love and peace for all people. Anoint my head with oil, that I may be a holy and pure vessel for your work. Make me the servant my God that you wish me to be. So that in everything I may always bring you honor, and glory forever.

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