Self-righteousness poem (Holy Spirit)

[johnnys4life]

I did not write this. I don't know exactly who wrote it. I liked it, I hope some of you like it. I do not want or deserve any credit for it because it is someone else's work.


Forgive us Lord,
when in longing to defend what is right,
when in trying to support the truth
we do what is hurtful and mean,
forgetting to take out
whatever logs are in our own eyes
to take the speck out of the eye of our fellows,
forgetting to work all things in love.
Lord, forgive us
when hurt by our fellow man,
we complain, and strike back.
Heal us Lord,
and give us strength to offer you
our hurts and sadnesses,
to offer you the pain of being corrected,
rather rightly or not.
If it is our job to correct,
help us learn to do it in ways that heal,
not hurt,
And whatever we do in your name,
may we always do it for your glory,
without hate, anger,
or the taint of self-righteousness.
May we learn to be quiet
in our longing and respect for you,
rather than speak words
that would drive any away from you,
or harm those who love you.
And when we speak,
may it always be guided by the Holy Spirit.
Amen.

[jimbob]

Nice find. Interesting.