Be with us, O God.
We are tired of seeing the spoils go
To those who seem to be unholy and ungrateful.
We toil away, feeling as if doing the right thing
Is sometimes a fool’s task,
While others who are deceitful
And malicious
Seem always to get ahead.
It is in these times that we need to examine ourselves.
First, we need to remember how filled with iniquity we are
And how far from perfection,
And second, we need to remember what great blessings we do have
Blessings that others around the world would be very grateful to have.
We compare ourselves favorably to others,
But we are sinners, too,
And we rely on your mercy.
Fill us with grace
And humility.
Amen.
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