Prayer requests

I’d like to ask for prayers for a few friends who are going through some difficult times.  Some are just overwhelmed with decisions, others have significant health issues, others have lost loved ones, some have struggled with electric outages and others have piles of debt they are struggling to dig out from under.  There are a few people who are rejoicing today with the return of their son from active duty, and others who are on well-deserved vacations.

Dear God, please be with the many people in my life who are carrying burdens that are too heavy to carry alone.  You alone can lighten their loads, and I ask for your presence in their lives.  Embrace them, strengthen them, help them discern the right paths and let them experience your love.  Amen.