An ancient prayer from Leonine Sacramentary for mercy, guidance, light.
We beseech Thee, O Lord, let our hearts be graciously enlightened by Thy holy radiance, that we may serve Thee without fear in holiness and righteousness all the days of our life; that so we may survive the storms of this world, and with Thee for our Pilot attain the haven of eternal brightness; through Thy mercy, O blessed Lord, Who dost live and govern all things, world without end.
Amen.
This prayer is for mercy, guidance, light. It gives the request old words: fewer tricks, more flame.
Lord, hear this ancient prayer for mercy, guidance, light. Give mercy, strength, and a heart made faithful before Thee. Amen.
This prayer comes from the ancient church’s habit of asking directly: for mercy, for holiness, for protection, for light. It does not perform spirituality. It reaches for God.
Use it as written, or let it become a frame for the person and need in front of you.
Lord, hear this prayer in me: mercy, guidance, light.
Lord, remember [Name]. Give them mercy, guidance, light.
Lord, grant us together mercy, guidance, light, and keep us faithful before Thee.
It is for mercy, guidance, light.
It appears in Prayers of the Early Church, edited by J. Manning Potts, available through Project Gutenberg.
Yes. Change the pronouns or add a name, while keeping the heart of the prayer intact.