I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being. (Ephesians 3:16 NIV)
Abba, God Most High, Your loving-kindness endlessly abounds. We are now in the last days of this year. As we look back, we realize this year is full of hardships, heartache, failure, sickness, and sadness. Despite all that, we are still grateful, for above all troubles, Your love and providence shone brighter. You helped us go through all the hardship we faced. You accompanied us and healed the heartaches we suffered. You raised us up after every failure and encouraged us to continue trying. You healed our sickness and sustained our health. You comforted us to give us joy in our sadness. We thank You for all the things You did for us in times of need and trouble. Thinking of all these things strengthens our faith in Your promises for You proved Your faithfulness to us. You strengthen our hope by giving a way out of misery. You strengthen our love by teaching us to forgive our transgressors and accepting others’ flaws and shortcomings. Truly, Your work in us make us grow in spirit and take us closer in reaching the perfection of holiness. We are giving all the thanks, praises, honor, and glory to Your holy name, Christ Jesus. Amen.
