God, be merciful unto us,
in the quiet moments of our day,
when shadows stretch long,
and the weight of the world
presses heavy upon our hearts.
Bless us,
with whispers of hope,
like the first light of dawn
breaking through the night,
illuminating paths we dared not tread.
Cause Your face to shine upon us,
a warmth that melts the frost
of doubt and despair,
a light that dances in our eyes,
lifting our spirits like dandelion seeds
carried on the breath of spring.
Selah.
Let us pause,
in the sacred silence,
to breathe in the grace that surrounds us,
to feel the gentle embrace
of divine affection,
the promise of renewal
in every heartbeat,
every sigh.
May we walk forward,
hand in hand,
with kindness as our guide,
reflecting the brilliance of Your love
in every act,
every word,
a tapestry woven
with threads of compassion,
a living testament
to Your enduring mercy.
And when the storms rise,
when shadows threaten to engulf,
remind us of Your light,
the radiant face that shines,
that we may be beacons of hope,
echoing the prayer of our souls—
God, be merciful unto us.
MARYANN BOSAH 