Christ, Friend of Families

Jesus loved Martha, her sister, and Lazarus. (John 11:5)

Jesus loves families! He cares about each member of your family and wants your home to always have its doors open to receive Him with love! The Lord desires to be part of our homes, to be received with love, praise, and worship.

Today's verse tells us that Jesus loved a small family in Bethany made up of three siblings: Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. These siblings served Jesus and His disciples with love and hospitality whenever they passed through that region, welcoming them into their home with kindness. Martha was excellent in service, Mary was a fervent worshiper, and Lazarus received them with diligence.

When this family faced a terrible moment with Lazarus' illness and death, Jesus went to meet them. He comforted the hearts of the sisters and did something that was impossible for men: He brought Lazarus back to life! And He can do the same for your family.

Jesus is the resurrection and the life. He can give life to your broken marriage. He can set free those trapped in addiction. He can restore broken relationships. He can heal the pain of the soul. He can take your heavy burdens, no matter how difficult to bear. Trust in the Lord—nothing is lost!

Jesus loves your family.

Invite Christ into your home. The family was instituted by God from the beginning of creation. It is the cradle of love, faith, friendship, and consecration that Christ wants to develop in each one of His own.

Don’t stop crying out for your family. Pray with your family and seek the Lord, interceding for those who are far from Him.

God can do all things. He hasn’t given up on your family. No matter how difficult the situation is, place everything in His mighty hands.

Incorporate biblical values in your home. Read the Bible together, study it, sing praises, and pray together. These practices will bear spiritual fruit in everyone’s life.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, it is wonderful to know that You care for each member of the family, for all our loved ones. Thank You, Jesus, because You care for all: parents, children, spouses, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, uncles, aunts, etc., with Your love and grace. Renew the shaken relationships, transform the wounded hearts, set free the captives, and save those who are far from Your ways. Visit each one and help us with our needs, loving Father. May Your Word guide us into Your presence and may You always find a place in our home, just as in the hearts of all. Stay with us, Lord, and do what no one else can do! We believe in Your love and Your power! In Jesus’ name, we pray and give thanks. Amen.