For he who sanctifies and those who are sanctified all have one source. That is why he is not ashamed to call them brothers…
Hebrews 2:11
Lord Jesus I am so thankful today that You call me, and all who have placed their trust in You, brothers and sisters. Though sometimes I feel alone and by myself, I am happy to know that the bond between me and You transcends mere association. It goes beyond friendship. It is even deeper than family blood. I am one with You (John 17:21-22) and nothing can separate me from You (Romans 8:38-39)! This joy I have finds as its Source God the Father, Who through the work of the Holy Spirit, sanctifies and is sanctifying me.
My soul rejoices today in knowing that You are not ashamed of me, that I don’t embarrass You. I’m not like that drunk uncle or crazy cousin who comes around and embarrasses the whole family. No. There is nothing that I can do now or forever, that will cause You to disown me. Even though sometimes I can’t get it right, You are patient with me, slowly changing me into the person You have created me to be, teaching me how to trust in You and to trust like You. I am better today than I was yesterday, and will be better tomorrow, because You are in my life!
So, as I throw to the side my hangups and pettiness; as I kick to the side my bad habits and hangups; as I truly employ that cliché to “let go and let God”, I ask that You would continue to be patient with me. We both know I’m not going to get it right the first time, though sometimes I surprise myself! But I am so thankful for You and how You take Your time with me. Please continue to do so. Continue to hold me and comfort me. Continue to raise up individuals who will remind me of who I am in You. Continue to use me to do same for them as You perform the good work You have begun in each of us to Your glory. Amen.