Night Prayer
But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?
Inspiration
The command to love our neighbor is tied closely to the command to love God. When we love our neighbor, we bear witness to the love of God that is within us, as we pour out the compassion that He so freely showers on us. Love is only genuine when it is shared, so God calls us to be sharers of His love by enabling us to meet the needs around us.
Prayer
Lord, You have given so freely of Yourself, and I am overwhelmed by the riches of Your love. Help me to dwell in that love with open eyes and open hands so that I might see where Your compassion is needed and share a measure of Your love. Please continue to fill me with Your love, so that I may always be prepared to share You with others. In Jesus’ name, amen.