Gratitude for Family
Gracious God, there
are so many who live alone in this world without family to encourage them,
listen to them, support them. Yet, you have blessed me by placing me within a
human family that gives depth and meaning to my life—a family that offers me
love no matter what I do or do not do. Fill my heart with the gratitude that
never takes such a blessing for granted. When I am thoughtless or careless in my
relationships with those you have given me, give me the grace to ask for
forgiveness. When I feel hurt, give me the grace to forgive and forget the
wrong. In times of joy with my family, give me a heart of gladness. In times of
sorrow, give me a heart of compassion. May we offer each other the same love you
give to us as your children. I ask this with a thankful heart for all that you
have given me. Amen.
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