I asked God for strength, that I might achieve.
I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey.
I asked for health, that I might do greater things.
I was given infirmity, that I might do better things.
I asked for riches, that I might be happy.
I was given poverty, that I might be wise.
I asked for power, that I might have the praise of men.
I was given weakness, that I might feel the need of God.
I asked God for all things, that I might enjoy life.
I was given life, that I might enjoy all things.
I got nothing that I asked for - but everything I hoped for.
Almost despite myself,
My unspoken prayers were answered.
I am among all people, most richly blessed.
(Henry Viscardi)

1 Praise the LORD, all you nations;
extol him, all you peoples.
2 For great is his love toward us,
and the faithfulness of the LORD endures forever.
Praise the LORD.
Psalm 117 New International Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
(click on underlined link to go directly to the reading):
Judges 7:1-18 – Acts 3:1-11 – John 1:19-28