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A famous write once said, “I owe much to my friends, but all things considered, its strikes me that I owe even more to my enemies.”
Critics are thorns in our sides. In fact, most of the time they are a real pain. They prick and puncture. They bruise us. They hurt us. Yet, as we heal from the wounds, we grow to appreciate their barbs. We learn quickly that we are only humans, imperfect and flawed. The trouble with friends is they let us get away with too much. Instead of a shove, they may pass us the syrup. Foes have no need to tell us anything but the truth. The question is – are we listening.
Let us pray, Faithful and forgiving God, who loves us we are as well as for whom we can become, who sees through our imperfection, our problems and envisions our potential; thank you for enabling us both to be and to become. Four past and present sins of commission and omission, we ask your pardon. Enabled by your amazing grace, may we become more the person you want us to be. Let this day be filled with joy and hope and together, a real TA-DA! day. |
