I Cannot Pray

I cannot pray the Lord's Prayer and even once say "I."

I cannot pray the Lord's Prayer and even once say "my."

Nor can I pray the Lord's Prayer and not pray for another,

And when I ask for daily bread, I must include my brother.

For others are included in each and every plea,

From the beginning to the end of it, it does not once say "me."

(From Prayers for the Twelve Steps)

"Love one another with brotherly affection; outdo one another in showing honor"

--Romans 12:10