This prayer of review is a short reflection back over the day. Recalling events and taking note of your feelings. The purpose is to become more aware of the ways in which God has been present to you. The times when the Holy Spirit was drawing you towards life.
Take a moment now to stop. To become still and focused. Let your breathing help you to relax, as you notice its gentle rhythm as you breath in and out.
As you begin the prayer, ask God to be with you, to guide you thoughts feeling and reactions. So that you might see God’s presence in your life.
And now begin to recall the day. How were you at the beginning of today. What was happening? What sort of mood were you in?
And how did you spend your morning? And the middle of the day? Where were you? Who were you with and what was happening?
And now let your memory drift over your afternoon and evening. Recalling events and people and places.
So as you recall your day, become aware of how you were feeling at different times. Try to name for yourself the different feelings or moods that were present to you.
On the whole then, has it been a good day, or one in which you’ve struggled?
In particular where do you notice times of light or life or energy?
What gifts have you received today? Just take a moment to relish these and give thanks for them.
And if there have been difficult times, notice these too, taking them to God for him to send his light and warmth into them.
So where have you known the God of life today? Take a moment to talk to God as you might to a friend about your day.
And as this day comes towards the end and you look forward, is there anything you want to ask of God for the coming days? Just take a moment to do this before you bring your prayer to a close.