Proverbs 21:23
"Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles."
"Another Verse About Watching What You Say"
In order to watch what you say, it is imperative you take a moment to think before you speak.
This habit will save you from hurting others and creating wrath and will give you a much more peaceful life.
Often we feel like saying the wrong thing but wisdom will tell us to hold our peace in to prevent future trouble.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I ask that You continue to help me to guard my tongue and to think before I speak.
I give You access to my thoughts and I place my mind on things above and not things of the earth.
I resist the urge to fly off the handle or say things that don't edify others.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 2, 2012
Proverbs 21:30
"There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD."
"You Can't Argue With That"
If someone is foolish enough to speak against the Lord God Almighty, then step away from that person.
Lacking understanding about something God said doesn't make God wrong.
God's ways are always higher from our ways as the heaven is from the earth.
Even if you lack some understanding about God, seek Him and He will give you the answer.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I praise You for being the only Son of the only Living God and acknowledge You as supreme.
Have Your way in me and give me understanding and knowledge and wisdom where I lack it.
I rebuke a haughty and high minded spirit.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 3, 2012
Proverbs 22:1
"A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches,
and loving favour rather than silver and gold."
"Develop And Keep A Good Name"
Your name should be a trusted, honorable and reliable one.
Your character (or name) is developed through your daily habits, rituals and conversations.
Character and your name can be altered for the good by simply choosing good or better daily habits.
While developing a good name can take time it takes little time to say or do something that will cast shadows on it.
Having a good name has great value, so do the good daily things that bring you favor.
Be known as someone who doesn't put others down but is uplifting.
What you do in secret still shows up in your character and can help or hinder you.
Who you choose to keep company with also alters who others think you are.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I ask You to order my steps and to go ahead of me and open or shut doors in my life.
Please help me to make good decisions daily as I acknowledge You and hear Your voice daily.
I will not be stubborn or unchangeable but will remain pliable to Your will and Your Spirit.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 4, 2012
Proverbs 22:6
"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it."
"Be Willing To Be Trained and Then Train Your Own"
If you are a young person reading this, be willing to be trained by your parents or spiritual parents.
Plan on training your children according to God's Word and not by the way of the world.
The world's way leads to calamity, deep sorrow and ultimate destruction
Your parents will show you things that you thought you already knew.
Don't give your parents a hard time, but strive to be obedient and willing to learn.
God blesses those who are obedient to Him and to their parents.
By being obedient to your parents, you are certainly being obedient to God.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I ask You to order my steps and continue to teach me obedience.
I will strive not to do everything I feel like doing if it is wrong and I will strive to do what is right.
Let Your Light shine through me and through my offspring or future offspring.
I bind every devil that would try to deceive me from the righteous path that I am on.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 5, 2012
Proverbs 12:28
"In the way of righteousness is life; and in the pathway thereof there is no death."
Live Right and Live Forever!
The way of righteousness simply means living right and is not only prosperous but leads to eternal life.
Make it a habit to learn how the Bible says to live and receive what is given to you by your Godly instructors.
Righteous living pays here and in the hereafter.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I commit to living righteously and totally for You.
I ask that You continue to lead me and teach me Your Word.
I resist the ways of the world and selfishness.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 6, 2012
1Thessalonians 4:1
"Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus,
that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God,
so ye would abound more and more."
Remember What You Have Been Taught and Keep Growing!
The way of righteousness simply means living right and is not only prosperous but leads to eternal life.
Make it a habit to learn how the Bible says to live and receive what is given to you by your Godly instructors.
Righteous living pays here and in the hereafter.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I commit to living righteously and totally for You.
I ask that You continue to lead me and teach me Your Word.
I resist the ways of the world and selfishness.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 7, 2012
1Thessalonians 4:11-12
"And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business,
and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;
That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without,
and that ye may have lack of nothing."
Being Quiet Takes Practice!
It is easy to say too much and get yourself into trouble by saying something that is not profitable.
Slow down and think and pray before you speak to prevent regretting what you say.
Do what you do and do it well instead of worrying about what others are doing or how they're doing it.
Be honest and give to those who don't have what you have so that you won't come up short.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I understand the need in my life not to say so much.
Please help me to control my mouth and to be quiet more that my testimony would remain pure.
All of me belongs to You and it is my desire to shine with Your Light in this dark world.
In Jesus' Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 8, 2012
1 Thessalonians 5:9-10
"For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,
Who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him."
Leave Getting People Back Up To God and Enjoy Salvation
Salvation is what Jesus gave us when He died on the cross for us.
Salvation is the freedom from the effects of sin and the effects of sin is death.
Therefore, don't worry about getting people back for doing you wrong but continue to work out your salvation.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I will leave payback up to You.
I surrender all that I am to You and I commit to working out my soul's salvation.
Thank You for the price you paid to let me be free from sin and ultimate destruction.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 9, 2012
1 Thessalonians 5:12-13
"And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you,
and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;
And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake.
And be at peace among yourselves."
Know Them That You Are Working With
It is important to know the people you work with in the Kingdom of God and those who are over you.
In some cases there may be someone around you who is not a true believer or is there to sabotage you.
Give respect in love to those who God has placed over you and don't give them a hard time.
Know that God has placed them in your life as a tool to help form you into God's image through His Word.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, thanks you for those that I work with in the gospel and for those you have sent to teach me.
I will respect and honor them and will take head to their teachings as well as their warnings.
I pray for discernment to know those who are around me to protect my spirit and others around me.
I pray for those who You have placed around me for their health, strength, peace and joy to be full.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 11, 2012
1Thessalonians 5:14
"Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly,
comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men."
Warn Those Who Don't Follow Righteousness in Love
Warn evil doers and those who waiver in a spirit of love out of concern, not out of accusation or condemnation.
Comfort those who are not mentally strong by speaking encouragement, hope and love.
Help those who are not as strong as you and remember the times that you've needed help.
When irritation comes through people, use it an exercise to endure and hold your tongue and body language.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, thank you for Your Word this day to strengthen me and to help me grow.
I will do as Your Word commands and warn, comfort, support and be patient.
I resist the urge to be selfish, discouraging, impatient or condescending.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 12, 2012
1Thessalonians 5:15
"See that none render evil for evil unto any man;
but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men."
Don't Give Bad In Return For Bad
Just because someone does you wrong and it FEELS good to get them back,
doesn't make getting them back right.
Do good to those who do you evil in spite of your feelings. You won't regret it later.
We must love our enemies and pray for them that use us or we are just like the rest of the world.
Continually pursue doing good to others know that what you do in secret God will openly reward you.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I will take head to your word and not repay evil for evil but will continue to do good.
I resist the temptation to "pay back" or get revenge on those who do me wrong.
I will be a light in this dark world even when it is not convenient for me.
Let Your Name Jesus be glorified through my life.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 13, 2012
1Thessalonians 5:18
"In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you."
God's Will (Desire For You) Is To Always Give Thanks
Remember that the opposite of giving thanks is complaining.
Complaining is a quick way to start separating yourself from God's plan for your life.
Every minute of every day there is something to be thankful for.
Allow the Lord to change your focus from negativity to things that you are grateful for.
What an easy way to please God. Give Thanks!
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I want to take this time and thank You for all I have and for all You've done for me.
Thanks You for Your patience, your provision and your protection over my life.
Thanks for waking my up this morning and ordering my steps.
I will continue to give thanks throughout the day and the rest of my life.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 14, 2012
1Thessalonians 5:19
"Quench not the Spirit."
Always Let The Holy Ghost Have His Way!
Always go with the leading of the Holy Spirit as He always has a divine purpose for what He does.
The Holy Ghost and His timing is always perfect and never off.
There is a reward and eternal life for those who are willing and obedient.
The Holy Spirit will always lead you better than you can lead yourself.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I give Your Holy Spirit free reign in my life.
I will say what you want me to say, do what you want me to do, and go where you want me to go.
Have Your divine way in my life and order my steps.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 15, 2012
1Thessalonians 5:22
"Abstain from all appearance of evil."
If It Doesn't Look Holy, Don't Do It!
Your enemy the devil lies in wait to destroy your testimony.
If what you are doing could cause someone else to stumble then you shouldn't do it.
Many times keeping comments and gestures to ourselves will keep our light from being diminished.
Be careful of the conversations you allow yourself to be a part of as you are a Kingdom Ambassador.
Being Holy and appearing Holy is a full time job and is a requirement for Kingdom People.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I am so proud and honored to be counted among Your sanctified servants.
I ask Your Precious Holy Spirit to guide in all of my actions and conversations.
Lord I ask You to help me purify my thought life and my intentions to honor You.
I resist all temptations of the devil.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 16, 2012
1Thessalonians 5:20
"Despise not prophesyings."
Honor And Take Heed To The Word Of God.
When God uses someone to speak His Word to correct or to tell what is to come,
listen and do something about it instead of passing it off because it lacked emotion,
or because you didn't want to hear it, or because you don't like the person who spoke it.
God will send a right now word for us to make course corrections, warnings and even blessings.
Never treat a Word from God lightly, but be sure it lines up with what the Bible says and
open your spirit to receive it, unless the Spirit of God let's you know that it is not from Him.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I receive Your Word and ask You for spiritual ears to hear what You are saying.
Let me practice acknowledging You and hearing You every day so that I can obey and be blessed.
I will not be hard headed but I will be careful who I listen to.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 17, 2012
2Thessalonians 3:13
"But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing."
Never Get Tired of Doing Right.
Doing right and doing good always eventually have a reward, because whatever we sow we reap.
Sometimes it might seem easy to give up because you don't always see the benefit of doing good right away.
You will never regret saying and doing the right thing and praying before you do anything.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I am happy to do Your will, even in times that are hard.
As I continue to hear Your voice, I will continue to obey.
Please order my steps this day and shut every door that is not mine to walk through.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 18, 2012
Phillipians 4:19
"But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus."
Don't Worry, God Will Provide
God has an endless supply of whatever you need.
If you serve Him with your whole heart, He will supply your needs.
Don't lose faith if God doesn't provide the way you expect Him to.
Sometimes there is a difference between what you want and what you need.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, You told me that if I seek Your Kingdom first, that you will supply my needs.
I receive Your provision for today and I will not worry about tomorrow.
I receive Your peace and I rebuke every thought of worry and doubt.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 19, 2012
Galatians 5:1
"Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free,
and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage."
Stay Free Because You Can
Don't get tricked into falling for old sinful habits but stay clear of things that you know not to do.
Jesus paid such a high price to make you free, all you have to do is choose to be free and stay there.
Avoid company that could cause you to stumble and keep those who encourage you to live right around you.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I thank You for setting me free from my past life.
Holy Spirit, please warn me if I am getting out of line with God's Word.
I resist all temptation from the devil.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 20, 2012
Galataians 5:16
"This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh."
Learn How To Walk in the Spirit!
Walking in the spirit means to do what the Bible tells you to do and not always what you feel like doing.
We often have to tell our fleshly nature "no" and resist temptation that appeals to our flesh.
Always remember the benefits of walking in the spirit which some are the joy and peace we can have always.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I choose to walk in the spirit today and ever day.
I want my life to be an example of Godliness and Holiness with the benefits of joy and peace.
I resist any urge to walk after the flesh and I resist every temptation.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 21, 2012
Galatians 5:26
"Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another."
Don't Try To Impress People But Work To Please God
Don't worry too much about impressing people or getting their praise and applause.
This spiritual journey is not a competition with your brothers and sisters in Christ.
Don't be jealous of another person's gifts or callings because you were wonderfully made with your own gifts.
Work hard to please God and do good in secret so that God can reward you openly.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I look to please You and to accomplish Your will for my life.
I refuse to be jealous of others and I refuse to carry a spirit of pride with me.
Lord Jesus, let Your Light so shine in me that I might glorify Your Kingdom.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 22, 2012
Galatians 6:1
"Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual,
restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted."
Don't Kick Them When They're Down
While it is easy to point out someone's faults to others, it is still a work of the flesh and should not be done.
When someone is down, we should help them up and not continually remind them of their shortcoming or sin.
Always remember that you were saved from sin too and remember how much patience God had and has with you!
Nit picking and fault finding are not a work of the Holy Spirit and should not be named among us.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I ask You to help me to see the good and not the bad in others.
Please give me the strength to hold back negative comments and to speak life to those who fall.
Thank You for saving me from sin and bringing me out of darkness.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 23, 2012
Galatians 6:7
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Whatever You Plant In Life Will Certainly Grow!
If you don't like the harvest you're getting then stop planting the same thing.
If you do things the way you've always done them before, you'll get the same results.
Always plant goodness, mercy, forgiveness and generosity to others. You'll never be sorry you did.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, it is my desire to have a harvest that glorifies You, so please be my guide today and everyday.
I want to obey Your every command, so please give me ears to hear what Your Spirit is saying.
I refused to be selfish, jealous and stingy.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 24, 2012
Galatians 6:8
"For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption;
but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting."
Starve the Flesh and Feed the Spirit Man!
If you feed your flesh too much it will want to take over and get more and more.
The flesh cannot be satisfied and will always be greedy.
Don't starve your spirit man, but read God's Word, Pray and fellowship with other saints.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I commit my life to You, a living sacrifice.
I will not give my body everything it desires and I invite You to completely fill me.
I deny my flesh and the lusts thereof.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 25, 2012
Galatians 6:10
"As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men,
especially unto them who are of the household of faith."
Do Good To Others Every Time You Get A Chance!
We live in a society where many if not most people think of themselves first instead of others first.
Let this verse be a reminder to do good to others, especially other believers as much as possible.
Remember you are planting seeds that will yield a good harvest.
Your good WILL come back to you!
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I want to be a giver and someone who represents Your Kingdom well.
I ask You, Holy Spirit, to remind me when I have an opportunity to do good standing in front of me.
I resist having a selfish spirit.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 26, 2012
2Corinthians 10:5
"Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God,
and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;"
A Powerful Key For A Powerful and Productive Thought Life!
Don't let your imagination run away, in fact, cast imaginations down in Jesus name.
Imaginations can cause you to take wrong turns in life and even make you believe something untrue.
Take charge of your thoughts and don't allow your mind to just wander anywhere.
Replace bad thoughts with clean, holy and productive thoughts.
A good thought life (based on God's Word) will lead to peace and prosperity.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I take control and responsibility for my thought life and I ask You to be my thought filter.
Please remind me, Holy Spirit, that I have control over what I think about.
I open my spirit for anything You want to put in my mind, Jesus and I rebuke every sinful thought.
In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
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August 27, 2012
Proverbs 19:8
"He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul:
he that keepeth understanding shall find good."
Love Yourself!
Get all of the wisdom that you can get and apply it to your life every day.
Many habits of a wise man are vastly different than that of a foolish man.
Continue to strive to get an understanding in all that you do.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I thank You for this life and for the wisdom you have bestowed upon me.
I receive Your direction, Your correction, Your blessings and Your protection.
Please continue to show me Your way and direct me to Your perfect will.
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 28, 2012
James 5:16
"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed.
The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."
There Is Healing In Confession And Much Power In Prayer!
There is healing and relief that takes place when you confess your faults to your spiritual family.
Your spiritual family will love you, even when you fall short and will help you to get on track.
In turn, pray for others who may fall short and try to help them be restored instead of putting them down.
Your heated prayers are so very powerful, so take time to make your petitions to God daily!
Things will change!
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, I thank You for those You have given me to love, teach and correct me.
I pray for those who I am an example to and ask that You strengthen them and help them to grow in You.
I lift up my immediate and extended family unto You and claim each one of them for the Kingdom of God!
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 29, 2012
James 5:12
"But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and your nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation."
Yes or No.
It is very plain to see that we should never swear on anything because it endangers us.
If the answer is yes, say yes, or if it is no, say no.
Truth is so important to God because He is a God of absolute truth and He is the Truth.
An unlearned person will say "I swear" about something he is not sure of which causes him to be a liar.
Stick to the straight answers and use as few words as possible.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, You are the Way, the Truth and the Life.
Please continue to have Your way in me and make me a vessel honor that is pleasing to You.
Please help me to be careful how I answer someone and let me be slow to speak.
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 30, 2012
Act 1:8
"But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you:
and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem,
and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth."
The Power of the Holy Ghost
The Holy Ghost, or the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of God and has the power to do whatever God commands.
Jesus says that we can and should be filled up with the Holy Ghost and He will also give us power.
If you have been born again, then you can be filled with the Holy Ghost and walk in real power.
The Holy Ghost gives us power over all of the power of the enemy (the devil).
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, i receive Your precious gift of the Holy Spirit right here and right now.
I receive the joy, peace and power that comes with the infilling of Your Spirit.
Holy Spirit I give You free reign to do whatever You wish to do in me and through me.
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.
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August 31, 2012
Psalms 133:1
"A Song of degrees of David.
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!"
It's Good To Get Together!
It is so good for saints to get together and to worship and praise God and to fellowship together.
When we are together as believers we strengthen and encourage each other.
By getting together, we are more powerful against our enemy.
Try to be part of a church or Christian fellowship as often as you can.
Let's Pray (always pray out loud if you can).
Lord Jesus, thank You so much for my spiritual brothers, sisters, parents and children.
Please unify us as we build up each other in the faith.
I resist the urge to withdraw and keep to myself too often and to keep the wrong company.
In Jesus Name I pray,
Amen.