Father, we ask that you help us understand your word through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and open our hearts and minds so that we may understand and incorporate your word into our daily lives. Father, we thank you for your peace and comfort. Your wisdom and forgiveness. Your provision and healing. You are our rock and salvation. We cling to you through your word and the presence of the holy spirit. Father, please help us to see your blessings in our lives and give us a spirit of gratitude to you and for you…in Jesus’ name, we pray.

– Amen

“The Father himself loves you. He loves you because you loved me and believed that I came from God” (John 16:27)

“We know the love that God has for us, and we trust that love. God is love. Those who live in love live in God, and God lives in them” (1 John 4:16)

“I give you a new command: Love each other. You must love each other as I have loved you. All people will know that you are my followers if you love each other” (John 13: 34-35)