A Black Woman's Prayer

Dear God, I have a favor to ask Because of where I’ve been. I’ve been without for oh so long Please give me peace within. I’ve tried to do the best I can But I’m beginning to feel some doubt. Peace within would help me win Because there is no peace without. You’ve given me talents I have not used. The tools are in my hands. But I am without peace within And no one understands. I’m a woman alone in a world you made Ruled by rich white men. There’s a message I’d like to give them. All I need is peace within. AMEN