What's really behind the "green"

Today is the celebration of St. Patrick's Day. For so many it is just about the GREEN, the beer, the avoiding of being pinched. But did you know, he was a missionary to Ireland!. He had a strong desire to share the love of Christ to all. Prayer became a huge part of his life.

In his short confession he described it this way: "Many times a day I prayed. The love of God and His fear came to me more and more, and my faith was strengthened. In a single day I would say as many as a hundred prayers, and almost as many in the night. I used to get up for prayer before daylight whatever the weather--snow, frost, rain-- without suffering any ill effects. The spirit within me was fervent."

Today, i am reminded of his prayer life and the gift he leaves all Christians to pray.... as you celebrate today, wear the green (or drink it, if that's your liking) will you take a moment and remember this prayer.......

May the Strength of God guide us.
May the Power of God preserve us.
May the Wisdom of God instruct us.
May the Hand of God protect us.
May the Way of God direct us.
May the Shield of God defend us.
May the Angels of God guard us.
- Against the snares of the evil one.

May Christ be with us!
May Christ be before us!
May Christ be in us, Christ be over all!

May Thy Grace, Lord, Always be ours,
This day, O Lord, and forevermore. Amen.