10/12/2025

     Gracious Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of another day. 
     Lord, we come before You this morning with a humble heart, seeking renewal of our spirit, mind and body.
     Lord, may we pursue excellence in all our endeavors, not for our own glorification, and  for Your name’s sake. We trust that our labor in You is not in vain. 
     Lord, we remember and pray for the families of ministers and missionaries who run homes for the destitute and orphans, recognizing their vital role in caring for the vulnerable.
     Lord, uphold them with Your strength and renew their spirits as they render their service to Your Kingdom. Sustain them and provide them with the wisdom, patience, and resources they need to keep these homes functioning without any struggle. 
     Lord, we pray for ourselves, who individually and as a family extend our support to these institutions. Let this season bring joy, peace, hope and love to our family through our actions of sharing and caring during this Advent. 
     In Jesus' name we pray , Amen.