April.02.01: Light For The Day - "Lord Of My Heart" -- Psalms 19:14 (RSV) "Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of  my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD,  my rock and my redeemer." ---------------- Lord, of my heart, give me vision to inspire me, that,  working or resting, I may always think of you. Lord, of my heart, give me light to guide me, that,  at home or abroad, I may always walk in your way. Lord, of my heart, give me wisdom to direct me, that,  thinking or acting, I may always discern right from wrong. Lord, of my heart, give me courage to strengthen me, that,  among friends or enemies, I may always proclaim your justice. Lord, of my heart, give me trust to console me, that,  hungry or well-fed, I may always rely on your mercy. Lord, of my heart, save me from empty praise, that  I may always boast of You. Lord, of my heart, save me from worldly wealth, that  I may always look to the riches of heaven. Lord, of my heart, save me from military prowess, that  I may always seek your protection. Lord, of my heart, save me from vain knowledge, that  I may always study your word. Lord, of my heart, save me from unnatural pleasures, that  I may always find joy in your wonderful creation. Heart of my own heart, whatever may befall me,  rule over my thoughts and feelings, my words and action. -- Celtic Prayers ------------------ -- Psalm 16:7-1 (NIV) "I will praise the LORD, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me. 8 I have set the LORD always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. 9 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will rest secure, 10 because you will not abandon me to the grave, nor will you let your Holy One see decay. 11 You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand."