The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life

As I continue to read “The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life” by Hannah Whitall Smith, I am more and more floored by the rich truths it communicates. What’s even more amazing is that this book was first published in 1870. Yes, that’s 18, as in I just turned 18 and I think I now know everything a 70 year old would have known and experienced, 70. It’s brilliant writing; so deep yet so simple. I’d like to share this powerful prayer I came across in my reading today:

“Lord Jesus, I believe that thou art able and willing to deliver me from all the care and unrest and bondage of my Christian life. I believe thou dist die to set me free, not only in the future, but now and here. I believe thou art stronger than sin, and that thou canst keep me, even me, in my extreme of weakness, from falling into its snares or yielding obedience to its commands. And, Lord, I am going to trust thee to keep me. I have tried keeping myself, and have failed, and failed most grievously. I am absolutely helpless. So now I will trust thee. I give myself to thee. I keep back no reserves. Body, soul, and spirit, I present myself to thee as a piece of clay, to be fashioned into anything thy love and thy wisdom shall choose. And now I AM thine. I believe thou dost accept that which I present to thee; I believe that this poor, weak, foolish heart has been taken possession of by thee, and that thou hast even at this very moment begun to work in me to will and to do of thy good pleasure. I trust thee UTTERLY, and I truest thee NOW.” Hannah Whitall Smith “The Christians Secret of a Happy Life” p 55-56

I plan on printing this prayer and using it as part of my daily time learning from and surrendering to, God. I hope this prayer blesses you this day as it has blessed me.

All Glories and Honours to the Famous One!

Chad