Prayer for Peaceful Priorities
Prince of Peace,
I confess to you
I often put my health last
on my priority list.
Remind me I am
your dwelling place
and my body
is your temple.
This Christmas make me new
before I pack on weight
and exhaust my energy
to begin the new year broken.
Give me quality sleep tonight
to restore my body and mind
to better health.
Help me recognize my body’s signals
to lay aside the abounding tasks
and heed the call for sleep.
Even on the coldest, busiest day
take my hand as I exercise
working off
calories
frustrations
toxins
while gaining
energy
strength
and a positive outlook.
Prick my spirit
when I am sitting
still too long.
Draw me closer to you
in my prayer walks.
Let my walks be source of comfort
in these stressful days.
Set a guard at my mouth
against too many rich foods
and help me balance my plate
with healthy choices.
Help me savor
delicious flavors
of the holiday feasts
in smaller portions.
Show me how to use
the food in my pantry
before I call
for salty, fatty takeout.
I pray that my eating habits
will bring you glory.
May all my efforts
toward better health
this busy December
produce a harvest of peace
I can share with others.
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