1. Your thumb is nearest you. So begin your prayers by
praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest
to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S.
Lewis once said, a "sweet duty."
2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for
those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes
teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and
wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep
them in your prayers.
3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us
of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in
business and industry, and administrators. These people
shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need
God's guidance.
4. The fourth finger
is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that
this is our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will
testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are
weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day
and night. You cannot pray too much for them.
5. And lastly comes our little finger; the smallest
finger of all which is where we should place ourselves
in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "The
least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinkie
should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you
have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs
will be put into proper perspective and you will be able
to pray for yourself more effectively.
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Best regards!
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