Greetings Prayer Warriors,
Would you recognize Jesus if he came? Do you recognize the Holy Spirit when he nudges you? Can you sense the Father’s enduring love?
Perhaps not, but how much quiet time do you set aside for prayer, mediation, or contemplation? In this world of constant distraction, most give more thought to their phone or smart watch more than they do to God. Others are under the false illusion that God isn’t that important because they control their lives. Yet the Lord awaits each one of us, knocking on the door of our heart, hoping we’ll open the door and invite Him in. He seeks but a flicker of love, appreciation, or consolation. He comes bearing gifts, but is often turned away.. He desires to bring us His peace in the midst of an anxious world. But we struggle to recognize Him whom we don’t know!
As he drew near, he saw the city and wept over it, saying, “If this day you only knew what makes for peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes.
Luke 19:41-42
Let us prepare ourselves and be open and receptive to His voice, welcoming Him. May we see his reflection in our family, as He shines through them in so many ways. Help us be intentional in reflecting His love back to our family. Let us be the vessel of His peace.
Lord, we are not worthy of all your love and mercy, but ask for the grace to be both repentant and receptive to all you have to give. Help us focus on you so that we can be centers of peace within our families. Help us to bring order to chaos, calm to hyperkinetics, and gentleness to the distressed. Give each family member the grace necessary to be open to your presence, fso they too can experience your forever Peace. Jesus, we trust in your tender loving care, your persistence in seeking us, and your endurance in loving us. Amen.
Peace, Joy, and Love,
Janet
Faith, Hope, and Peace. Pass it on!
