Advent Prayer - Day 4

Sometimes God is so loving and gracious, He leads us back towards Him before we fall further away in our sin. Over the Thanksgiving holidays, I had become full of anger towards some members in my family. But God in His goodness, saved me from being utterly consumed by it by immediately giving me Colossians 3. When I read the following passage, I was overcome with peace and a heart of forgiveness. Perhaps Advent season will be a time when you too will make peace with family or friend. May we all show tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience to those who need it most.

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Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
You must make allowance for each other’s faults and forgive the person who offends you.
Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
And the most important piece of clothing you must wear is love.
Love is what binds us all together in perfect harmony.
And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts.
For as members of one body you are all called to live in peace.
And always be thankful.

- Colossians 3
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O God, I pray that you will
bless our family
and all its members and friends;
bind us together by your love.
Give us kindness and patience
to support each other;
and wisdom in all we do.
Let the gift of your peace
come into our hearts
and remain with us.
May we rejoice in your blessings
for all our days.

Amen.