Let me hear of your steadfast love in the morning,
for in you I put my trust.
Teach me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.
Save me, O Lord, from my enemies; I have fled to you for refuge.
Teach me to do your will, for you are my God.
Let your good spirit lead me on a level path.
Let your good spirit lead me on a level path.
✙ Ps. 143:8-10 ✙
To practice morning devotions is like hearing the gospel anew each day. But I have to listen:
Where to listen: At the gates of scripture; in the halls of meditation; close behind the footsteps of Jesus.
When to listen: In the morning—as early and as often as possible.
How to listen: In simple and humble dependence.
Why to listen: To know the way I should go.*
Holy One, I arise early and turn to you as the sun rises. As its rays give light and warmth to the world, may I feel your love and guidance throughout the day to come, for it is in you, and you alone, that I have placed my faith. Amen.
*These four points are based on something written by one W.B.H., but I have not figured out to whom those initials belong.
