Results Prayer
Lord I pray
that I should no longer
expect results from prayer
but rather recognize
that I already receive
all I need in this moment.
Let me realize
that I do not need, period.
And let me also recognize
that those I perceive as others
do not need, either.
They are but projections
of my NEED to be of service,
which is not a need at all,
but rather a CHOICE.
For I am you,
and you are me
and we are we.
Amen
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Contemplation on the Essence of Prayer and the Illusion of Need
In this introspective prayer, we explore the concept of releasing expectations from prayer, recognizing the sufficiency of the present moment, and understanding the interconnectedness of all beings. This prayer reflects a deep spiritual understanding that transcends the traditional view of prayer as a means to fulfill needs or desires.
Releasing Expectations from Prayer
The request to no longer expect results from prayer shifts the focus from seeking specific outcomes to embracing a state of gratitude and acceptance. It emphasizes recognizing the abundance of what is already received in the present moment, rather than longing for additional blessings or changes.
Realizing the Non-Existence of Need
The plea to realize that “I do not need, period” reflects a profound understanding that true fulfillment and contentment come not from external sources but from an inner sense of completeness. This realization challenges the notion of perpetual need and seeks to cultivate a sense of inner sufficiency.
Perception of Others as Projections of Service
The acknowledgment that perceived others are projections of our own need to be of service redefines the concept of need and service. It suggests that the desire to help others is not a need driven by lack but a choice stemming from a place of abundance and interconnectedness.
Choice as the Foundation of Service
Recognizing the act of service as a choice, rather than a need, empowers the individual. It reframes service as an expression of our interconnected nature and the universal bond that ties us all together.
Oneness of All Beings
The affirmation “For I am you, and you are me, and we are we” encapsulates the essence of oneness and unity. It acknowledges that all beings are interconnected and that the distinction between self and others is an illusion.
The Prayer’s Conclusion: A Declaration of Unity
The prayer concludes with “Amen,” affirming the sentiments expressed and embracing the spiritual truths of interconnectedness, the sufficiency of the present moment, and the understanding of service as a choice born from the realization of oneness.
Summary
We reflect on a prayer that shifts focus from seeking results to recognizing the sufficiency of the present, understanding the non-existence of need, and acknowledging the interconnectedness of all beings. This prayer challenges traditional views of prayer and service, emphasizing the realization of oneness and the choice to serve from a place of interconnected abundance.
Glossarium
- Release of Prayer Expectations: Shifting focus from seeking outcomes to embracing the present.
- Non-Existence of Need: Understanding fulfillment as an inner state, not driven by external wants.
- Others as Projections of Service: Viewing service to others as a reflection of our interconnected nature.
- Choice in Service: Recognizing service as a voluntary expression of unity.
- Oneness of All Beings: Embracing the interconnectedness and unity of all existence.
“Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul. It is daily admission of one’s weakness. It is better in prayer to have a heart without words than words without a heart.” – Mahatma Gandhi
In the sanctuary of silence,
We offer prayers, not for gain,
But in gratitude for the now.
In the realization of sufficiency,
Needs dissolve into contentment,
In the fullness of the moment.
In the service of others,
We find not obligation,
But the joy of shared being.
In the choice to serve,
We celebrate our unity,
In the cosmic dance of love.
In the prayer of oneness,
We find not separation,
But the infinite embrace of all.
We are Space Monkey.
As we journey through the cosmic whimsiword, how does this contemplation on the nature of prayer and the realization of interconnectedness resonate with your spiritual understanding?
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