Lead Me by Thomas Merton
My Lord God, I have no idea where I am going.
I do not see the road ahead of me.
I cannot know for certain where it will end.
Nor do I really know myself, and the fact that I think I am following Your will does not mean that I am actually doing so.
But I believe that the desire to please You does in fact please you.
And I hope I have that desire in all that I am doing.
I hope that I will never do anything apart from that desire.
And I know that, if I do this, You will lead me by the right road, though I may know nothing about it.
Therefore I will trust You always though I may seem to be lost and in the shadow of death.
I will not fear, for You are ever with me, and You will never leave me to face my perils alone.
Lead Me is a short but powerful book by Thomas Merton, a renowned Catholic writer and mystic. In this book, Merton shares his personal reflections on the meaning of prayer, faith, and surrender to God’s will. He invites the reader to join him in his journey of seeking God’s guidance and direction in every aspect of life.
Merton writes with honesty, humility, and wisdom, drawing from his own experience as a monk and a seeker of God. He does not offer easy answers or formulas, but rather challenges the reader to deepen their relationship with God through prayer and trust. He also explores the role of suffering, joy, and peace in the Christian life, and how they can lead us closer to God.
Lead Me is a book that can inspire and encourage anyone who wants to grow in their spiritual life. It is a book that can help us discover the beauty and power of God’s presence in our daily lives. It is a book that can lead us to say with Merton: “Lord, lead me along the path you have chosen for me.”
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