Good Morning, God,
Lord, we see every day the obituaries of those who have died. The headline is usually their name and where they are from. The obit then lists the loved ones who survive and the loved ones who have preceded in death.
We who read these obituaries may know the person who has died or one of the loved ones. We may have known them at work or at church or at play or through organizations or just out in the community. However, we have known them, even as a family member, we don't ever know the entire person. No one but you, God, knows us completely.
Today, Lord, we pray for those who know enough about their loved one that causes resentment and hard feelings. May we think about these relationships today and pray for grace, mercy and peace to work through them while it is still possible. And, if it isn't still possible, may we get the help we need to find the forgiveness and acceptance we need for our healthy relationships.
Take any bitterness and return love, dear God.
In Jesus's name, Amen.
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