1 John 4:7-8
Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love.
Loving God, we thank You for the gift of love. We celebrate and rejoice at the many friends and family who care for us. We know that we are created in Your image and called to share Your love with others. Your love for us is evident if we take the time to pause and look around. Help us to show Your love to those around us in both word and deed today. Strengthen us to care for those in need and to speak Your truth and love where ever we may encounter is injustice. In Your name we pray, Amen.