Some places are wisely banning fireworks this 4th of July. Fear is that the sparks might ignite destructive wildfires. Our niece's family lives minutes away from the raging fires in Colorado, and they opened their home to evacuees this last weekend rather than come home for the family reunion. How admirable is that.
Millions across the nation are suffering from the heat, the wildfires, and results of catastrophic storms. Millions are struggling to get by without electricity.
Great Spirit,
we ask that You bring out the best
in the victims of Nature's harsh elements.
Bless them with stamina and compassion.
Comfort them when the stress is more than they can bear.
Give them friends who will share their tears
and console their heartaches.
Amen.
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