Therefore we do not lost heart
even if our outer self is being destroyed
our inner self is being renewed
day after day.
For our momentary, slight affliction
is producing for us
beyond measure and proportion
an eternal weight of glory
we are not focussing on what is seen
but what is not seen
for the things that are seen are temporary
but the things that are not seen are eternal.
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is discord, union;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
Where there is sadness, joy,
For your mercy and for your truth’s sake. Amen