Resolution Blessing
By Mattie Stepanek
From Reflections of a Peacemaker (2005)
Let our breath be gentle wind.
Let our ears be of those who listen.
Let our hearts be not ones
That rage so quickly and
Thus blow dramatically,
And uselessly.
Let our spirits attend and be
Most diligent to the soft
Yet desperate whisper of
Hope and peace for our world.
Let our souls be those
Which watch for the Lord,
Waiting with wonder and want.
Let our eyes be attentive
With interest and respect,
Let our minds be committed
To health and happiness,
Let our hands join
In helpful resolution
To being our best person,
Praying and playing and
Passing through moments
Of pain and memory —
Makers of pleasure
Touching the future, together.
