Buddhist Prayer of Gratitude
I am grateful to those who have hurt or harmed me,
For they have reinforced my determination.
I am grateful to those who have deceived me.
For they have deepened my insight.
I am grateful to those who have hit me,
For they have reduced my karmic obstacles.
I am grateful to those who have abandoned me.
For they have taught me to be independent.
I am grateful to those who have made me stumble,
For they have strengthened my ability.
I am grateful to those who have denounced me,
For they have increased my wisdom and concentration.
I am grateful to those who have made me firm and resolute,
And helped in my achievements.
“I bring you good news of great joy.” We take these words to heart as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and the rebirth in our awareness of the Christ within.
“Centered in my heart, I emanate the Christ Presence of peace. I let my circle of peace expand to bless all beings, envisioning a world where love and compassion direct every thought and action. I let peace flow from me to everyone I meet.
I share my peace with the world, in the Silence…” (silentunity.org)
Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord. “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you hope and a future.”
Matthew 7:7 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.“
Isaiah 40:31 “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
