“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.”
Such words of wisdom. I’ve seen them so often, they have become cliche.
But, I love that prayer. Sure wish I could remember it. Every day.
Because it sure would save me a huge mountain of stress if I would just put it into practice.
How much of my mental energy is spent being frustrated with the actions and attitudes of others? How much of my day do I ponder and stew about conversations that took place, frustrations over people that won’t change, regrets from the past, even society’s problems, dishonesty in politics, world hunger, the persecution of innocent people? It’s exhausting.
Really, the only person I can truly change is myself. I can learn to love myself and others in my present state. I can be willing to admit my mistakes and grow from them. I can know that until my time on earth is complete, He has more for me to accomplish. How exciting it would be, to truly take all the mistakes of the past, learn from them, make adjustments, and continue on.
That could produce incredible results-- power and peace.
The potential is huge. But it will only happen if I put the principles of the Serenity Prayer into practice. But I would change up the wording just a little.
“God, grant me peace of mind to pray and leave at the feet of Jesus the things I cannot change, the courage and strength to work on the things I can, and by continual prayer, be equipped with the wisdom of the day to know the difference.”
Wow, looks like that would make a great poster!!
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