Thanksgiving Prayer

Let my every thought be seasoned with thanksgiving,
Let my every breath be scented with praise to you;
Let my eyes be fixed on you, that my praying may never cease;
You alone are worthy of all praise

Let my every moment be an act of worship,
Let my every deed be done to your glory, Lord
Let my every word resound with the glorious things you’ve done;
You alone are worthy of all praise

Let my every day begin with adoration,
Let my every night find rest in your presence, Lord;
For without your rod and staff, we are sheep that have gone astray;
You alone are worthy of all praise

Every good and perfect gift is from you, Father,
Every breath we take, a sign of your providence
You created everything, by your will it was made to be;
You alone are worthy of all praise
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Fenn Avatar
October 16, 2020 at 10:14 PM
What a beautiful poem! Someone should set it to music so churches can sing it as a hymn.
Watt Avatar
October 16, 2020 at 11:56 PM
Thank you for the suggestion, Jennifer, but it's already been set to music. Our church choir sang it one year at Thanksgiving. I appreciate your sweet comment!
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September 29, 2020 at 1:18 PM
Praise God for loving and thankful poets who praise the way you do here. Such a blessing and delight to read. I enjoyed this one so much and am so THANKFUL for it and you. God bless you always
Watt Avatar
September 29, 2020 at 2:42 PM
Thank you, Gina! I feel the same when I read your poetry. I hope your day is blessed, my friend!
Rodrigues Avatar
September 28, 2020 at 3:37 PM
Praises for the King of kings! Congrats on your win!
Watt Avatar
September 29, 2020 at 11:17 AM
Amen, Kim. All glory to God. Thanks for your supportive words, my friend.
Dietrich Avatar
September 28, 2020 at 1:43 PM
It seems like a kyrielle, but without rhyme, so it's a kyrielle free verse. Also I see you got a first place. That is wonderful, John. I just submitted an angel poem previously N/A'd by someone. Crossing my fingers and toes.
Watt Avatar
September 29, 2020 at 11:17 AM
It's actually lyrics to a song, but I know what you mean about the similarity to a kyrielle. The syllable counts (12/12/15/9) are consistent to match the music, but no rhymes. I've been working on arranging this for our choir to sing at Thanksgiving time, but not this year!
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September 28, 2020 at 10:57 AM
John, well done! very inspiring! Congrats on your top win!
Hamilton Avatar
September 28, 2020 at 9:12 AM
A wonderful spiritual write John, He is deserving of all praise and glory, may we always give thanks and praise to our Grand Maker!
Watt Avatar
September 29, 2020 at 10:59 AM
Amen to all, John. You know the reason behind a writing like this. As Bach used to write on all his manuscripts "Soli Deo Gloria" ... to God alone be the glory.
Mitra Avatar
September 28, 2020 at 12:42 AM
Such a lovely thanksgiving prayer...Praise the Lord and Congrats on an amazing win John.
Watt Avatar
September 29, 2020 at 10:39 AM
Yes, praise the Lord for He is good. Thank you for the kind words you have sprinkled on my path ~ John
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September 27, 2020 at 10:27 PM
John, I enjoyed so much this wonderful heartwarming prayer of thanksgiving and devotion. It really puts one into the holiday spirit! Best wishes for the contest, my friend. :)
Watt Avatar
September 29, 2020 at 10:38 AM
I'm glad you enjoyed this prayer, and I so appreciate your stopping by to tell me so, Evelyn. I am always inspired by your poetry and comments ~ John
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