Greetings Prayer Warriors,
Family is often a treasure taken for granted. Because we assume they will always be there
for us, it is easy to relegate them to 2nd or 3rd tier in
our lives, especially as we get older. Yet, when push comes to shove, they
truly are the ones we turn to.
Conversely, those we know the best (family) can at times be
the most irritating. It is within the
family be learn patience, love, acceptance, humility, generosity, candor,
selflessness, and, well, long-suffering, all in God’s perfect plan.
So, let’s continue to pray for the family, in all its shapes
and sizes, in all it’s dysfunctional ways, and in its unshakeable bond of love.
Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved,
heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, bearing
with one another and forgiving one another, if one has a grievance against
another; as the Lord has forgiven you, so must you also do. Colossians 3:12-13
Lord, you willed that
all of us be created within a family. We
have even managed to muck that up, but still you love us just the same, guide
us to greener pastures, and remain perfectly patient with us. Bless each of our unique situations, and
help us to grow in virtue, especially when we have the least desire to do so.
May we love the family you have given us for the blessing that they are. Open our eyes to this precious gift, and
bless our families, both now and forever. Amen.
Peace, Joy, and Love
Janet
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