Monday, March 27, 2023
“Pray for a (Recent) Widow or Widower”
As we land on the fifth Monday of Lent, our task will be to honor someone who has recently lost their beloved by praying for the recently widowed or widowed. The word “recent” is relative and limiting: time can stand still when you lose your beloved. We don’t need to define how recently someone lost their loved one. Anyone that comes to mind will be fine, no matter how long it’s been since they lost their special person. Unfortunately, we have many choices of people who qualify.
We can be a blessing to someone today. Often, when we think of our friends and family who have lost their loved ones, we wonder what we can do for them. We love them and hurt for them because we know that there are plenty of times when they are still grieving. Instead of just wondering what we can do, let’s be intentional and pray for a recent widow or widower.
Give God some time today on behalf of those missing their beloved. Ask God for their peace; Seek God for their comfort. Request that they receive the assurance of the LORD the Holy Spirit. God knows and recognizes their pain. God hurts, too, and God wants the best for them. God wants them to have friends and loved ones who still think of them and help care for their needs.
Today’s Challenge is an easy one. Today’s Challenge is a very important one. Pray for a recent widow or widower and let God know how special they are to you.
“Father of orphans, champion of widows, is God in his holy house.” (Psalm 68:5, The Message)
