Prayer has a soporific effect,
A result most easy to detect.
We cannot feel the graces
they leave delicate traces --
a more determined will,
flight from a particular ill;
insight into our defects,
a more tender reflex.
True effects to be sure,
enough to help us endure,
the battle against drowsy
that leaves prayer feeling lousy.
Haha-very good! We can't take for granted those gentle but real inspirations in prayer.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever fallen asleep at length during prayer? It is a most peaceful state--a type of prayer in itself.