Christian poem 'I prayed for' by Steve Gracie (Christart.com)

I prayed for
by Steve Gracie © 2005

Last night I prayed for forgiveness
For the sins I had on my heart
I prayed for the cleansing of Jesus,
And asked to receive a new start
I prayed for the love of my children
And the strength to be their guide
I prayed for the love of the woman
God gifted to me as a wife
I prayed for our church and its people
For the sick and for those in need
I prayed for the ministries and outreach
And for the planting of seeds
I prayed for our town and our country
For guidance on those who would lead
I prayed for the ending of suffering
And the ending of hatred and greed
But most of all Lord Jesus,
I prayed in your Holy Name
For Your returning from Heaven
To earth, forever, to reign.

This poem won 1st place for the October 2007 poetry contest

This poem may be use within Christian ministries for any non-profit purpose without requesting permission.