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Your thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by
praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest
to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C.S.
Lewis once said, a "sweet duty."
2
The
next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who
teach,instruct and heal. This includes teachers,
doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in
pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in
your prayers.
3
The
next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our
leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in business and
industry, and administrators. These people shape our
nation and guide public opinion. They need God's
guidance.
4
The
fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is
the fact that this is our weakest finger; as any piano
teacher will testify. It should remind us to pray for
those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need
your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for
them.
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And
lastly comes our little finger; the smallest finger of
all. Which is where we should place ourselves in
relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "The
least shall be the greatest among you." Your pinkie
should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you
have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs
will be put into proper perspective and you will be able
to pray for yourself more effectively.
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