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A Prayer for Better Relationships

written by Craig Finnestad February 6, 2019

Dear God,

I’m grateful for the relationships – past and present – that bring joy to my life.
For people who invest in me.
For friends who look past my faults.
For strangers who show me kindness.

I thank You for the example of how to relate to others.
Forgiving those who have offended.
Giving compassion to those who are hurting.
Giving grace to those who simply don’t deserve it.           

Let me relate to others like You relate to all.
Slow to anger and filled with steadfast love.
Patient and kind; not envious or proud or rude.
Willing to give myself for my friends.

I need more of You in my life so that I may have more of others in my life.
For the times I failed and the people I have hurt – I ask Your forgiveness.
For the areas I need to grow – I ask for Your wisdom.
For the grace to speak and act like You – I ask for Your strength.

I want to be a blessing to my friends, my family, and all people.
Let my thoughts be pure and holy.
Let my words flow from a heart that is being transformed by You.
Let my actions imitate the love, servanthood, and character of Christ.

I seek healing and wholeness with those closest to me and those I relate to regularly.
Where I have messed up, let me seek reconciliation and receive mercy.
Where I have been offended, let me offer forgiveness and grace.
Give me the strength to listen, learn, and love.

Make me a new creation. 
I’m grateful You have always loved me even when I have been difficult to love.
I’m thankful You have given me the example and the friendship of Jesus Christ.
Grow my relationships with You and with others.

Amen.

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