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God our loving Father: It has been three weeks since June started and I was so happy we are already halfway through the year when suddenly the thermostat went crazy, going as high as 34 and 36 in some places; but, the most weird of all is after the searing heat of the day are the evening thunderstorms that cause floods in some areas due to heavy rains that poured.
It has been going on like that, Lord, with Mother Nature reminding us to really change our lifestyles and way of thinking before we totally destroy our only home, planet Earth; what a playful way, Lord, for you to remind us of how things are not going well with thunderstorms especially for some people.
When I was younger, you have always heard my prayers, Lord, during thunderstorms; thank you for keeping us all safe. As I got older, every thunderstorm has become a reminder for me to pray not only for my safety but most especially for people going through many storms in life.
Bless, dear God our Father, the many people staying indoors due to the heavy rains coming their way these days: those who are battling loneliness and old age amid the emptiness in their empty nests and retirement.
Bless, dear God our Father, those devastated by heavy storms in life: those diagnosed with cancer, those immobilized by stroke, those who have to go on dialysis and delicate surgeries along with their loved ones who have to take care of them or worst, with caregivers because no one in their family can be present for them.
Bless, dear God our Father, those living under dark gloomy skies of grief after losing their loved ones especially during this pandemic; many of them have not taken any respite yet and death has come knocking at them twice or thrice lately.
Bless, dear God our Father, the many others being pummeled by so many typhoons in life: those having problems in their family and relationships, those who have lost their jobs, those trying so hard to make ends meet, those who wish to give up on life due to so many problems that beset them. I pray for them all, Father. In the name of Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, keep them strong, enlighten their minds and hearts with your Holy Spirit so they may keep on seeking and standing by your truth; fill them with courage and perseverance, keep them faithful and hopeful even if things get worst BECAUSE IT IS ALWAYS AFTER THE STORMS, AFTER THE RAINS WHEN THE LEAVES ARE GREENEST; IT IS AFTER THE FLOODS WHEN RICH TOP SOIL ARE DEPOSITED ON THE FIELDS. Let us hold on to you, loving Father, to lead us to abundant life and fulfillment in Jesus Christ with the Holy Spirit. Amen.
