Prayer of Consecration

 O Ruler of hosts, on earth and in the heavenlies,
Be the Captain and Caretaker of my soul.

Consecrate me unto Your good use,

As You consecrated the Tabernacle and its utensils,

And even the sons of that repentant idol-crafter Aaron.

Father, make me see and remember

That You care how my days are spent.

Let them flow in ceaseless praise,

Whether I am reading Your word,

Writing code,

Nurturing the sweet children You've given me,

Or commenting on student papers.

May I keep fresh in my heart

The reminder that this flesh must die

And that these moments are all too limited. 

May I take seriously

Your calls to serve and make beautiful things.

I'm all yours. 

Use me.

I'm Your soldier.