Patience
Dear Lord, I do not doubt You when I pray,
but forgive me - I have very little patience at all.
For I desire that You act upon my
requests immediately when I call.

You are teaching me, Lord, to slow down
and let Your time work on my side.
I'm sorry Lord, when I get mad so fast.
Then I feel ashamed and I want to go hide.

But that is impossible, where can I hide?
There is no place for me to hide from You.
Then I ask You, Lord, forgive me
for the stupid things that I do.

O Lord, teach me more each day and
grant me a calm spirit so I won't get so upset.
I am Your servant, reveal to me what You wish from me
and that is what You shall get.

                                           
written 10/11/2000
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