Father God,
Help me to be a servant of Your love and Your peace. Let me be a beacon of all that is good, showing compassion to my fellow man. I know that all good on this earth begins and ends with You. Let me carry the message You’ve taught us—peace, forgiveness, and understanding—even when those around us hold different opinions.
Lord, I confess: I too have participated in this divide. I have shared far too many opinions with anyone who would listen—even with those who never asked for them. Forgive me, O Lord, for being part of the problem, for ever believing our judgment of others was just. Only You, my God, have the authority to judge. Forgive me for pushing our own “right thinking” onto others, instead of humbly seeking Your truth.
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” — Matthew 7:1–2
We know our differences are often clouded by ego, fear, and the illusion of control. Yet, in truth, we have very little control over the things our mind and ego create. Help us to look within and remember that the peace You planted in our souls is already ours. If we would only share what we have been given, there would be no desire to hurt, injure, or speak ill of others.
“What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you?” — James 4:1
“Do not speak evil against one another, brothers.” — James 4:11
Precious Lord, draw us close to what truly matters: unity with You. Let peace, love, understanding, and forgiveness flow through us. Lead us away from selfish thinking, harsh words, and the belief that anyone who thinks differently is our enemy.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” — Matthew 5:9
“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” — Ephesians 4:32
Today, Lord, I pray for healing. Restore us to the Father, to the eternal soul, and to the love You have so freely given. Let it begin with us.
Amen.
