An ancient prayer from Luke 2:29 for peace, guidance, light.
Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word; for mine eyes have seen thy salvation, which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; a light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.
Amen.
This prayer is for peace, guidance, light. It gives the request old words: fewer tricks, more flame.
Lord, hear this ancient prayer for peace, 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: peace, guidance, light.
Lord, remember [Name]. Give them peace, guidance, light.
Lord, grant us together peace, guidance, light, and keep us faithful before Thee.
It is for peace, 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.