What a joy it is, Lord,
when I do just the right thing
for just the right person
in just the right way
for just the right reason,
at just the right time!
Such a blessing:
the perfect timing,
the happy congruence,
the inspired harmony
of all these "rights"
in one moment of grace...
Likewise, Lord,
when I'm moved to say the right thing
to the right person,
in the right way,
for the right reason
at just the right time:
a gracious boon!
And, Lord,
when I find myself in the right place,
with the right person,
in the right way,
for the right reason
at just the right time:
inspired serendipity!
I wonder, Lord:
is it by your design that such moments are so rare?
Or is it my self-absorbed clumsiness
getting in the way of your gracious plan?
I suspect it's the latter, Lord, which prompts me to pray
for the grace to get out of the way
when your hand is preparing the path
for such moments of grace and blessing...
And another thought, Lord...
How often do I miss the signs
when you're doing the right thing
in the right way
for the right reason,
at just the right time
- for me...
How often am I simply not listeneing
when you speak the right word
in the right way
for the right reason
at just the right time:
a revelation of your truth
- just for me...
And how often, Lord, do I miss your presence
when you're right by my side,
with the help I need,
in the way I need it,
at just the right time:
a moment of grace
- just for me...
For such moments of perfect timing,
of blessed and joyful congruence;
for the inspired harmony
of your life tuned to mine, Lord:
I give you thanks and praise
And I pray you open my heart
lest I ever miss how you're always there
in the right place, in the right way,
for the right reason, at the right time
- for me...
Protect me, Lord, while I'm awake
and watch over me when I sleep
that awake, I might keep watch with you
and asleep, rest in your peace...
Amen.
You Are Near by Dan Schutte
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