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With
this contribution came the suggestion that we need to be
much more diligent in our prayers - both for the Diocese and
for the wider world.
I
cannot say our, if my religion has no room for
others and their need.
I cannot say father, if I do not demonstrate
this relationship in my daily living.
I cannot say who art in heaven, if all my interests
and pursuits are in earthly things.
I cannot say hallowed by thy name, if I, who am
called by His name, am not holy.
I cannot say thy kingdom come, if I am
unwilling to give up my own sovereignty and accept the
righteous reign of God.
I cannot say thy will be done, if I am
unwilling or resentful of having it in my life.
I cannot say on earth as it is in heaven,
unless I am truly ready to give myself to His service here
and now.
I cannot say give us this day our daily bread,
without expending honest effort for it or by ignoring the
genuine needs of my fellows.
I cannot say forgive us our trespasses as we forgive
those who trespass against us, if I continue to
harbour a grudge against anyone.
I cannot say lead us not into temptation, if I
deliberately choose to remain in a situation where I am
likely to be tempted.
I cannot say deliver us from evil, if I am not
prepared to fight in the spiritual realm with the weapon of
prayer.
I cannot say thine is the kingdom, if I do not
give the King the disciplined obedience of a loyal
subject.
I cannot say thine is the glory, if I am
seeking my own glory first.
I cannot say forever, if I am too anxious about
each day's affairs.
I cannot say amen, unless I honestly say, 'Cost
what it may, this is my prayer.'
Author Unknown. From Sunday School Guide
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