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A Prayer for the Headlines for Monday, June 27th

Good Morning, God
When we hear or see just the headlines without the stories, what do we notice, Lord?  The headlines mostly are about people who are in the public eye of entertainment or government or some sensational crime.  What do we think about, Lord, when we hear or see these headlines?

Do we think "Aha, they are getting their come-uppence"?  Do we think "that's too bad; we will miss their acting"?  Do we wonder why "they" are in the news?  Do we wish that they and the problems they have caused and/or faced would just "go away"?

Or, do we attempt to see the heart and soul behind the faces, behind the facades?  Do we try to see the human side and what makes them tick?  Do we hope and pray for them and their troubles that all will work out?  Do we give them the grace that we hope we will get if and when we need it? 
Lord, may we always have your grace as we give grace to others.
In Jesus' name, Amen.

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