"Govern everything by your wisdom, O Lord, so that my soul may always be serving you
in the way you will
and not as I choose.
Let me die to myself so that I may serve you;
let me live to you who are life itself.
Amen."
St. Teresa of Avila
In this prayer, St. Teresa of Avila calls attention to the infallible wisdom of God, and the responsibility of every Christian to live not in pursuit of personal gratification but service to God. To “die to yourself” is to relinquish your personal desires and individuality to embrace God, becoming a more faithful servant.
Let this prayer lift your spirit when you feel like un-Godly influences are tempting you to stray from a righteous path, or when you are struggling to find your way to serve the greater good. Give yourself fully to God, and he will lead the way.
