Prayer For My Grandchild

We felt the need to write you
This note is filled with love
We soon will be departing
In flight just like a dove.

To the land that dwells up yonder
We wanted you to know
Our hearts are ever heavy
It’s hard for us to go.

So many things to tell you
Will never come to pass
Our final days are numbered
Just like the fleeting grass.

Our lives are full of knowledge
We want to pass along
Things to be remembered
When we on earth are gone.

We pray for God’s sweet mercy
To shield your tiny face
Gently lead and guide you
Shelter you with grace.

We pray for Godly wisdom
When tempted to the brim
We pray you’ll look to Jesus
And place your trust in Him.

We pray for gentle patience
When pushed beyond the brink
We pray that you’ll be different
Won't care what others think.

We pray for peace and kindness
When you go into the street
We pray that you’ll give mercy
To strangers that you meet.

We pray the door will open
When you seek the narrow way
We pray you’ll read the Bible
Till we meet again one day.

We pray for strength and valor
When the world leads you astray
We pray you’ll look to Jesus

The truth, the light, the way.

Author/Written By:
Marilyn Ferguson
©2005