For The Ones Who Bear Witness
Ask
Jesus’ friends were those who followed so closely, they knew every one of his ways. They were witnesses to the big stuff—his miracles, his death, his resurrection, and his ascension into heaven. But also the little details too—how he parted his hair, his lunchtime preferences, and the face he made when he was really upset. Think of one close person in your life—your best friend, your child, a partner, or co-worker. What are the quirky and individual and irreplaceable things you love about them?
Listen
Bestselling novelist Ann Patchett knows how to walk right up to the edge with people she loves. She is the friend who sits with you during chemo, or lets you spill your secrets in the car. She shares what power-ful lessons she learned early on about how to approach suffering with humility, knowing you can rarely change a life, but you can be there to witness and be amazed.
Pray
O God, I love that you know me completely, and that you make it possible for me to know you through Jesus Christ. Thank you that you sent your Holy Spirit to be with us, through these pre-cious days. Show us how to move through them as those who are truly alive. As witnesses to you, with your joy shining through. Amen.