A PRAYER FOR CHILDREN
I pray that my child will be –
Not the first above all others
but first to serve all others.
Not to be admired by many
but loved by all.
Not to be proud and boastful
but to be caring and humble.
Not to judge and condemn
but to encourage and console.
Not to be angry and bitter
but to be calm and considerate
Not to covet and steal
but to give and be gentle
Not to be sad and morose
but to be joyful and happy.
And Lord, most of all –
Not to harbour hostility and hatred
but to love and forgive.
Derek Dobson