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The five finger prayer:
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- 1. Your
thumb is nearest to 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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