Invocation

In 2007, I led (or tried to lead) a book study on being a creative Christian. One of the exercises in the book was writing my own "invocation" of the Holy Spirit. Not because I think I can summon up God with some words and a vague longing to be simultaneously spiritual and creative, but because the invocation is meditative for me. It serves to focus me on seeking God; feelings, expectations, and erroneous theology aside.

My Invocation of the Holy Spirit
Spirit of God, hover over my chaos,
My troubled mind and heart.
Bring calm.
Bring order.
Make light in me what once was darkness
And give me strength and skill
To share your truth and send forth your light
To illuminate others.
In Joy.
For Your glory.
Amen.