A book of prayers to the Holy Face of Jesus

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For Rich or Poor

For Rich or Poor 

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Lord Teach me how to be abased, how to be abound.

In abundance and in want I still hear the precious sound.

Of your voice inside my heart, of your heart that gives me peace.

Let go of all that binds me, so I can find release.

From a world that chains me to desires.

Of power, pride and flaunting

a fleeting grasp at happiness

that only leaves me wanting.

I reach out for you Lord, with a faith that few can see.

Because I know that I can do all things

through Christ who strengthens me.

“I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”  Philippians 4:12-13.

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