Pray for Families (Beloved Souls)

All Souls Day

Greetings Prayer Warriors,

Years ago I heard someone retell the story of his near-death experience.  They met the Lord and saw some relatives awaiting them.  As his story continued, he said “I saw my aunt there and was so surprised, because she was mean!!” I chuckle at this memory.

When reflecting on deceased relatives there will be those you loved, those you liked, or those you may have loathed.  Regardless of your feelings, all are beloved children of God.

And this is the will of the one who sent me, that I should not lose anything of what he gave me, but that I should raise it [on] the last day. John 6:39

Only the Lord knows the heart, thus he is the ultimate judge. For we do not know who needs our prayers and who doesn’t so we should pray for ALL souls.

If he were not expecting the fallen to rise again, it would have been superfluous and foolish to pray for the dead. But if he did this with a view to the splendid reward that awaits those who had gone to rest in godliness, it was a holy and pious thought. Thus he made atonement for the dead that they might be absolved from their sin. 2 Maccabees 12:44-46

Lord, hear our prayers for those who have gone before us. Help us not to judge the dead, for perhaps those we deemed most unlovable actually were the ones who suffered most out of love of You. We trust in your mercy.  Hear our prayers for souls, that all may one day be united with you.

Waste not a minute!

Pray with out ceasing!  1 Thessalonians 5:17

Peace, Joy, and Love,

Janet

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