Inspirational Message

[danielle]

Five Finger Prayer

1. Your thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C.S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty".

2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers.

3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our
leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance.

4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is fact that this is our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them.

5. And lastly comes our little finger; the smallest finger of all.
Which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God and others.
As the Bible says, "the least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinky should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively.

Should you find it hard to get to sleep tonight; just remember the homeless family who has no bed to lie in.

Should you find yourself stuck in traffic; don't despair.
There are people in this world for whom driving is an unheard of privilege.

Should you have a bad day at work; think of the man who has been out of work for the last three months.

Should you despair over a relationship gone bad; think of the person who has never known what it's like to love and be loved in return.

Should you grieve the passing of another weekend; think of the woman in dire straits, working twelve hours a day, seven days a week, for $15.00 to feed her family.

Should your car break down, leaving you miles away from assistance, think of the paraplegic who would love the opportunity to take that walk.

Should you notice a new gray hair in the mirror; think of the cancer patient in chemo who wishes she had hair to examine.

Should you find yourself at a loss and pondering - what is life all about, what is my purpose? Be thankful, there are those who didn't live long enough to get the opportunity.

Should you find yourself the victim of other people's bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities; remember, things could be worse.
You could be them!!!

[Daveswife]

That is really nice. Thank you for sharing it.

[Tigger]

Danielle, That is really pretty. Did you get part of that from a website called Quick Inspirations? I was just curious. It is really beautiful.

[danielle]

I got it in an email from one of my husband's cousins. I loved it.

[sherri13]

THANKS MD

[Steve&kids]

I loved it! Steve&kids

[aprilcat]

i needed this today, danielle! thanks so much for making me realize how fortunate i am ~ sometimes, i forget! *hugs*

[Budwoman]

Danielle:

How true this is.... We do forget just how fortunate we really are... It is easy to do... I have printed this off and put it in front of my face on a buletin board so I can see it every day and keep remembering what life is really all about.


My love to you

Donna

[DJohnson]

MD...I REALLY needed this today, thank you!!!
I am also going to print this up & put a copy up at work & 1 for at home!!

Take Care!
DJ

[danielle]

YOU'RE WELCOME!

[Shortie]

that was really cool thanks for sharing.

[Cameo]

Thanks Danielle...for the 'reminder' of all those who we may overlook, from time to time!