Reflection

“Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”
–Proverbs 16:23-25

Prayer

Gracious God,

It is easy for us to get wrapped up in the frenzy of the holidays. Gift-buying, card-sending, invite-replying, house-decorating, package-mailing—and there’s always one more thing forgotten from some list. We know it’s madness. Yet we sincerely enjoy making love tangible for family and friends, near and far. As we share all these gifts, help us remember that words—gracious words—remain among the very best of gifts we could ever give to another. Wherever we go in the days ahead, open our eyes to notice those around us who are most in need of a sweet, kind word. Open our mouths to speak words they can hear, words filled with grace, compassion, and healing. Amen.

Call to Action

Be on the look-out today for someone in need of some gracious words. Have the boldness to be a healing messenger!