April 22

"Our business ain't every body's business"!  The problem with that, is oftentimes our business is discussed/argued among young, impressionable ears who remember everything.  By the time most children are ten years old, they can tell you everything about everybody in the family and more than likely have an opinion about them (albeit, the opinion is based on bias). 

It is our responsibility to make sure our child(ren) always respect their elders...especially family members.  If we see a crack or know of any unresolved issues; we cannot allow it to fester, we must address it immediately.   There is a wealth of knowledge, history and pride within our families and we do our children a terrible disservice when we don't nurture relationships with extended family members.  We never know when they'll need us or when we'll need them.  What ever happened to "am I my brother's keeper?"  Carrying a grudge or harboring unresolved issues could be blocking your blessing.

Lord, I pray for my child and his/her relationship with all family members. Protect and preserve them from any unresolved or permanent breach. Fill his/her heart with Your love and give him/her an abundance of compassion and forgiveness that will overflow to each member of the family.  (Power of a Praying Parent, Stormie Omartian)  In Jesus name, Amen!