Distractions!

My mind is a jumble, Lord.
I do not worship as I ought.
     A buzzing fly pulls my mind away,
     a tickle in the throat requires attention.
I need a pillow behind my back.
Oh! I've a cramp in my big toe!
A chill down the spine,
     the laughter of children outside ....
Distractions, Lord.
     Distractions have come between us.

Free my mind, Lord.
Help me concentrate, deeply,
     on You alone.
May my entire being
     be open only to Your presence.
Fill me with Your glory, Lord.
Let nothing else penetrate
     my absolute consciousness
     of You.

Then will I worship truly, Lord,
     my song rising like incense.
May the aroma of my love
     please You.
May I be ever-faithful
     to my ever-faithful King!