Father,

We thank you for being with us every moment. As we greet a new day, we are reminded about those we hold dear. We are grateful, Father for the people in our lives that bring us love, joy and peace. We are reminded to guard those relationships and hold them safe. “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.” (Psalm 143:8) When we are in a storm like this, it is to those who still hold a single lit candle that we appreciate most. For when ours goes out, our loved ones come to relight it. We are so grateful for these people in our lives, Father. We ask that they be blessed in all ways possible.

We are grateful for every person that has come into our lives as teachers. Without them, we might not venture out of our comfort zone. Every person we have interacted with in our lives has helped us grow stronger, wiser, more patient, loving, and giving. No matter what type of interaction, we have gained invaluable experience. “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.” (1 John 4:18) In the midst of stormy weather, we are reminded that we are your children of Light, and we carry that spark of you within us. “If we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us.” (1 John)

It is our faith that carries us through each challenge. As each storm passes, we find ourselves still on solid ground with you. We open our eyes to a brighter world having withstood the storm. Bless us today for whatever the day brings and bless our loved ones, those we hold dear. Bless our teams and tribes and hold them up into the light Father. Bless all those who are suffering and struggling, we ask that you lift them up safe in your arms.

Let it be so.

God is Victory.

Amen.