When you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words
(Matthew 6:7; NKJV).
“Thank you”
Is so feeble, Lord,
But what else
Can I add?
“Sorry”
Is inadequate –
But what else
Can I say?
“Love you”
Is repetitive –
But what else
Can I claim?
“Help me”
Is so childlike, Lord –
But what else
Can I pray?
References
Give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18; RSV).
If you are offering your gift at the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift (Matthew 5:23-4; RSV).
You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your strength, and all your mind (Luke 10:27; NLT).
Make haste to help me, O Lord, my salvation! (Psalm 38:22; RSV).
