My Prayer for 2016

Father in Heaven,

My heart is full.  My life is full.  I have been blessed with the best of the best.  My daughter--my only child--is beautiful, intelligent, creative, and talented.  My grandchildren have blessed me even more because of my undying love for them.  I thank You every day of my life for them.  My child doesn't always do what I think she should do, but I acknowledge that I've made my own mistakes in life, so I can't judge.  Still, I am always aware that You have never left me in all of my travails, and I know You won't leave them, either, even after I am gone.

Today marks the end of a year and the beginning of a new one.  My sister needs you, Father.  Her life is fraught with challenges as she cares for her failing husband and children.  Please give her strength and comfort.  My children need you, Father, as they try to find their way in a new part of this great country.  I need you, Father, as my own life changes by age in so many expected ways.  Be with us every day in every way, and may we come to know Your love as an influence in what we do.

Praise be to you for our daily victories.

Amen!