Gentle and compassionate Lord,
Whose joy in living pervades creation,
Our laughter catches the echo of your mirth
When friends celebrate their well-being together.
We adore you in our thankfulness
For the goodness we enjoy,
And bless you for your silent strength
Beside us in times of trouble.
You have poured out your compassion upon us,
Healing our twisted personalities.
Your abundant mercy shames our petty thoughts and deeds.
Your constant love gives us the security to confess our guilt.
The over-flowing life found in you gives us fresh hope
And in you we find healing and wholeness.
Spiritual Devotion 