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Prayer In My Old Age

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What needs, have I? Can my soul be renewed? Give me O Lord a clean heart. Life has made me weary, I plod on and on seemingly achieving nothing. Others distinguish themselves, Not I, alas. What should be my goal? Can I reach it alone? Have I not tried? I found nothing worthwhile. Only darkness and despair. A daily life full of ills, shortcomings all the way. But you O Lord are full of mercy, generous in forgiveness, a giver of new life. As I feel your saving grace I am refreshed. I live. Let me be the light, a beacon of example to others less unfortunate than me.

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Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 9/10/2023 4:30:00 AM

I can empathize with you, Victor. As I've aged I ponder some of the same things...am sad sometimes, too, with the regrets and the frailties that come with aging. But like you I find hope in each day and strive to be a beacon of hope. Well said, Victor. Sara

Lisa Ricci

Date: 8/24/2023 2:17:00 AM

Good Morning Victor. Hi. This is most gentle quiet yet strong enough with strength of believe and prayer. In short, beautiful Victor. Never are you short of words. Thank you for sharing beauty. May today be a good day. Love Blessings and Peace now and always. (smile)

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 7/14/2023 1:09:00 PM

I believe this prayer is one many could embrace Victor. Very beautiful, humble and sincere. I hope you are doing well.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/11/2023 11:13:00 PM

A touching prayer from the heart, Victor:)

Eve Roper

Date: 7/10/2023 5:51:00 PM

Wonderful prayers I think we all feel the same at late ages. Blessings my friend

Sally Eslinger

Date: 7/10/2023 3:46:00 PM

Victor! I doubt i complete 98% of my poems without a nod to you. Truly. Now, you know you do always walk toward the Light & that that IS success. At 72, i’m a bit fretting over my legacy. I’m not the “great” poet I’d hope, but means more to me really, to tell of & spread God’s ways & optimism. Victor, you exude desire & imagination & appreciation. God has used U 4 His work all along. Come, sit with me awhile & we’ll laugh at our foibles. (I’ll show U my foibles if you show yours…!

Jan Allison

Date: 7/10/2023 11:07:00 AM

aww what a wonderful wish, you are an inspiration to me here on soup with your kindness and wonderful words of wisdom so until we meet again i send huge hugs :-) jan xx

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 7/10/2023 10:58:00 AM

A wonderful prayer, Victor. Blessings.

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 7/10/2023 8:35:00 AM

May it be as you wish!

Supraja Kannan

Date: 7/10/2023 7:17:00 AM

What a soulful prayer!!! Words of wisdom!!! Have a great weekend!!!

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 7/10/2023 6:35:00 AM

A soulful prayer Victor, I see you as being already a beacon of light, look at the inspiring and amazing poetry you write. Hugs, Belle

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/10/2023 6:04:00 AM

Can we relax in the arms of Jesus as we age? We marvel at His words with less words of our own to say back. I’m sure you have been a beacon to draw others into the arms of Christ. Blessings, dear one!

Lin Lane

Date: 7/10/2023 5:18:00 AM

Your prayer is heartfelt and very sincere at any age, Victor. He's listening.

Valsa George

Date: 7/10/2023 4:18:00 AM

A prayer coming from your heart. But onething I can't understand. Despite all the gifts God has lavished on you, why do you feel worthless and incompetent. May God give you a cheerful disposition and better health, dear Victor.

Vijay Pandit

Date: 7/10/2023 4:07:00 AM

Solemn words of prayer and gratitude. A meaningful self reflection as we age, Victor.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/10/2023 3:42:00 AM

- Old age is not easy ... you shine through your poems Victor ... wish you a bright new week ... hugs :)

Sara Kendrick

Date: 7/10/2023 2:52:00 AM

I like your prayer which seems to be straight from the heart of a believer. Thank you for sharing it with us. Prayer works miracles in our lives. May your prayer come true. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page. Soupmail soon. Sara

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 7/10/2023 1:24:00 AM

Praying for you, dear friend. God bless you over and over again. Love, Gina