"Then the Lord God formed the man of dust from the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and the man became a living creature."

      Lord, thank you for forming and fashioning my very being. You made me from the very dust, but gave me a high and lofty status. I was nothing but red clay, and You shaped and molded me like a potter, giving me every unique feature that You desired me to have. Then You breathed eternal life into these temporal lungs and gave me a spirit that is everlasting. You gave me function, ability, knowledge, and purpose. You placed me with special honor above all creation and set me apart to have a unique relationship with You. Let me never forget my humble beginnings and my glorious purpose in You. Continue to fix my steps, gird my eyes, work my hands, and draw my breath. For without You, I am dead as I came. My life can only be found when You breathe within me. Make me a creature that reigns and honors You with everything that You have given me. You presented me with freedom and choice, so that I could voluntarily love You with my inmost being.