On the Day I Die
Oh loving God, let the day I die be familiar.
Let me recall at least one dear memory.
Let me be present with at least one person who loves me.
Let me feel you with me, Sweet Jesus, my friend.
Let me surrender all to you,
as I have begged to do so many times before.
Let me live my last breath in the moment.
Let me rejoice in your love
and in the life that surrounds me.
Let me notice something beautiful that day.
And let my last words
(and my words every day until that day)
be “Thank you, my love, for everything.”
Reflection and Prayer
Think back on the past week, particularly about what your heart yearns for there to be more of. Spend some time in these moments. Now become aware of what steals these moments away, perhaps over-commitment, fear, anxiety, insecurity, desire for approval, circumstances beyond your control, your commitment to love, etc. Ask Jesus to help you live more fully into the life that he wants for you, and if there are obstacles that inhibit that, ask for his help for them to either be removed or to overcome them.