What’s the oldest thing you own that you still use daily?
The oldest thing I own and use daily is a prayer my mother taught me as a child: “Into Your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit.” It’s a timeless practice that grounds my days and fuels my work with Rise&Inspire.
“Some things don’t grow old; they grow deeper, like a river carving wisdom into stone.”
When I read today’s WordPress prompt, “What’s the oldest thing you own that you still use daily?” I sifted through my possessions—worn books, faded photos, a trusty pen. Yet none felt alive enough to answer this question. Then it struck me: the oldest thing I own isn’t an object. It’s a prayer, whispered to me by my mother decades ago, a timeless root that anchors my days.
A Legacy Etched in Memory
This prayer isn’t written on paper—it’s carved in my soul. As a child, I’d hear my mother’s soft voice at dawn, kneeling by my bed:
“Into Your hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit. Guard me and guide me this day. May I walk in your light, live in your love, and rest in your peace.”
No brand, no price tag, no market value. Yet this prayer is my inheritance, a daily companion that wears in, not out, gaining depth with every sunrise.
More Than Words
Each morning, I return to this prayer—sometimes aloud, sometimes in the quiet breath before the world stirs. In moments of chaos, it centres me. In seasons of doubt, it reminds me who I am.
It’s not just a ritual; it’s a tether to my upbringing, my faith, and the quiet strength of a woman who taught me that prayer is not a lifeline for emergencies but a rhythm for living.
A Practice That Ripens
Like a cherished heirloom, this prayer has grown richer with time.
In childhood, it was my shield.
In youth, my compass.
In adulthood, my resilience.
Now, it’s my surrender—a patina of grace polished by years of devotion.
Why This Fuels Me
As the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Rise&Inspire, I’m driven to uplift and motivate. But what kindles that spark each day? This prayer. It’s the quiet conversation with God that aligns my heart before I write a single word. It’s the unseen source of the light I share through this platform.
A Universal Resonance
This prayer is mine, but its essence is universal. Whether it’s a prayer, a mantra, a moment of gratitude, or a vow to rise again, we all carry something timeless—a practice that grounds us, no matter our beliefs. It’s the oldest thing we “own,” not as a possession, but as a piece of who we are.
Key Takeaway
The oldest thing I use daily isn’t an object—it’s a practice, etched in love and faith. In a world that urges us to upgrade and replace, there’s power in honouring what endures: the values, beliefs, or quiet devotions that shape our days.
FAQs
Q: Is a prayer really something you can “own”?
A: Not materially, but what’s taught, memorised, and carried in your soul becomes yours—intimately, irrevocably.
Q: Why not choose a tangible keepsake?
A: This prompt invites reflection beyond objects. Nothing has walked with me as faithfully as this prayer.
Q: Can others relate if they don’t pray?
A: Yes. It’s not just about prayer—it’s about any enduring practice that anchors your life, from meditation to a heartfelt promise.
Resources for Further Reflection
• The Way of the Heart by Henri Nouwen
• Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools by Tyler Staton
• You Are the Beloved (Daily Meditations) by Henri Nouwen
Index
• Prompt interpretation
• A story of inherited prayer
• Spiritual depth over time
• Connection to Rise&Inspire
• Universal resonance
• Key takeaway and FAQs
• Reading resources
Stay inspired, stay grounded—and keep rising.
With gratitude,
Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Rise&Inspire
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