The Pumpkin Prayer

Dear God:

As I carve my pumpkin help me say this prayer:

Open my mind so I can learn about you and fill me with your wisdom and guidance;

(Cut off the top of the pumpkin – Psalm 100:3)

Take away all my sin and forgive me for the wrong things I do.

(Clean out the inside – I John 1:9)

Open my eyes so Your love I will see;

(Carve the eyes) – Psalm 119:18)

I’m sorry for turning up my nose to all You’ve given me.

Awaken my senses to see your goodness.

(Carve the nose) – Psalm 86:5

Open my ears so Your word I will hear;

(Cut out ears) – Proverbs 18:15

Open my mouth so I can tell others You’re near,

(Carve the mouth) – Psalm 118:17

Let Your light shine in all I say and do, for you have filled me with your light! Amen.