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DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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To Stay Active as We Age

Loving Father,
It’s easy to become more sedentary as we age, yet as important as ever to be active and exercise. As the aches and pains of aging increase, so does the challenge of overcoming them to move our bodies. Then, that can result in a cruel cycle of hurting in other areas because we’re not exercising. Move us to be proactive with our diet and exercise before the discomforts of aging set in, so we minimize them as much as possible. Help us to number our days, to remember our time of grace here on earth is limited, and to care for the bodies you’ve given us accordingly. Fill us with resilience and determination to show you honor and gratitude by maintaining our bodies and health to the best of our ability.

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. 

DAILY PRAYERS FOR GUYS

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For Grace at Goodbyes

Loving Lord,
It’s rarely an easy thing to say goodbye to those we love. When children leave for college and then leave home for good, it’s a big change. When visits between those weathering long-distance relationships come to an end, having to part ways again hurts. And no goodbyes are more painful than the final goodbyes between those about to be separated from each other at the end of life.  

You, Lord, are no stranger to goodbyes. You left those you loved – and who loved you – when you gave yourself up on the cross, only to be shunned by the Father in our place. And again, after your resurrection, you left your church in the hands of the disciples when you ascended into heaven. Yet at that time, you promised never to leave us permanently, but that you would be with us always. As a result, for all who believe, goodbyes are short-lived when compared to the forever of eternity. May the certainty of that future reality soothe the sting of our goodbyes until then.  

In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.