Remember the past with gratitude. Live the present with enthusiasm. Look forward to the future with confidence. –St. John Paul II.
A Prayer Inspired by St. John Paul II
Heavenly Father,
I come before You with a heart full of gratitude,
Thankful for the blessings of my past,
For the lessons learned, the love shared,
And the experiences that have shaped me into who I am today.
Help me to remember the moments of joy and grace,
And to carry those memories as a source of strength.
May I reflect on my journey with a grateful heart,
Recognizing Your hand at work in every season of my life.
As I embrace the present, fill me with enthusiasm,
To live each day to the fullest,
To appreciate the beauty of each moment,
And to serve others with love and kindness.
Help me to be fully present,
Finding joy in the ordinary and extraordinary alike.
Looking to the future, grant me confidence and hope,
Trusting in Your divine plan for my life.
May I face the unknown with courage,
Knowing that You are always with me,
Guiding my steps and lighting my path.
Lord, help me to live a life marked by gratitude,
Enthusiasm, and unwavering faith in You.
In all things, may I seek to glorify Your name,
And to be a beacon of Your love to the world.
In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
Smitten With Goodness 