Speaks to my Heart

May God bless you with Discomfort

at easy answers, half–truths, and superficial relationships,

so that you may live deep within your heart

May God bless you with Anger

At injustice, oppression, and exploitation of people

So that you may work for justice, freedom, and peace.

May God bless you with Tears

To shed for those who suffer from pain, rejection, starvation, and war,

So that you may reach out your hand to comfort them and turn their pain into joy.

And may God bless you with enough Foolishness

To believe that you can make a difference in their world,

So that you can do what others claim cannot be done.

Amen.

Let it be so in our lives, brothers and sisters in Christ.