Good Morning, God,
The headlines on the obituary page speak of many deaths due to old age, car accidents, illnesses and those who have taken their own life. What won't be reported is the way the public servants did their job at the scene of the deaths.
Recently, Lord, the deputies were called to the location of a person who took his own life. Of course, there was the usual securing of the scene, the usual flashing lights, the usual milling about while waiting for the coroner, then the funeral home. However, when the pastor arrived to represent you and the church, there was a respect and deferment to his ministry. When it was time to pray, the deputies, the coroner, and the funeral director all joined hands with the pastor and the family to ask for your strength and blessing.
Loving God, we thank you for those who can do their tough job when dealing with death, but who also can be soft and compassionate through prayer and touch.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
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