Seeing The Person Inside

At times when words fail me,

I pray for You to bless their hearts

with ears and eyes like Yours,

so they can hear and see what I meant

with compassion.

At times when I start to build a wall,

curl up in my shell and thicken my mask,

I pray for You to enlighten my heart;

Bless mine with ears and eyes like Yours,

so I wouldn't misinterpret their words.

Cleanse my heart, for I know that it is on parade whenever I speak.

Cleanse my heart and may the words I speak reflect understanding,

patience, compassion and Your grace.

"The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,

will guard your hearts and minds."

— Philippians 4:7