DAILY REFLECTIONS for November 20th

"THY WILL, NOT MINE"

… when making specific requests, it will be well to add to each one of them this qualification "… if it be Thy will."
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, page 102

I ask simply that throughout the day God place in me the best understanding of His will that I can have for that day, and that I be given the grace by which I may carry it out. As the day goes on, I can pause when facing situations that must be met and decisions that must be made, and renew the simple request: "Thy will, not mine, be done." ¶ I must always keep in mind that in every situation I am responsible for the effort and God is responsible for the outcome. I can "Let Go and Let God" by humbly repeating: "Thy will, not mine, be done." Patience and persistence in seeking His will for me will free me from the pain of selfish expectations.

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