I pray today for patience…

May I find the strength to pause
before I speak
before my eyes roll through my head
before a heavy sigh released.

I pray today for patience…

May I find the power to listen
before I critique
before my mind slams tightly shut
before an eyebrow crinkled.

I pray today for patience…

May I see through Your eyes
before I react
before my fears turn me away
before a dirty look displayed.

I pray today to receive, dear Lord,
the patience that only You can give.