Tuesday, April 9, 2019

A prayer after surgery

Thank You, Lord, my God.

Thank You for the gift of skillful hands and minds which have been used for my benefit.

Thank You for the gift of care, kindly administered through nurses and other staff.

Thank You for the gift of medical science that eases my pain and makes me comfortable and helps me recover.

Thank You for Your Son, Jesus Christ, who calms my fears and fills me with joy by His presence.

Grant me a speedy recovery if is Your will.  Strengthen me in spirit as well as in body.

Help me to use the days ahead to grow in my trust of Your goodness, through Your Son.  Amen.

Taken from Lutheran Book of Prayer, page 184