Dear Faith Family,

There is a way of living where we look at everything and see nothing. Like the “rich man” in Jesus’ story from Sunday, we can look at our circumstances (both good and bad) and never see God’s activity. Never recognizing his recognition of us in the simple and abundant graces of others.

Likewise, we can look at our neighbors (or spouse or child or coworker or friend) and never truly see them. Never recognizing their humanity, their need, and their purpose. Either overlooking them or looking only for what they can do for me.

Too often, in the self-absorbed, constantly consuming world in which we live, we look but do not see. So this week, let’s pray together for the true sight of the One who always sees us, knows us inside and out, calls us to contribute, and lavishly loves us.

Father, thank you that you always see us. That you recognize us, dignify us, care for us, love us.

Father, forgive us for looking around at our circumstances and failing to see your activity—your generosity and your grace through others.

Father, forgive us for looking at those around us yet failing to see who they are to you, and so failing to live compassionately.

Father, let us see, truly see the world of grace and wonder in which we live and in which we are made to contribute. Give us eyes that recognize you and recognize others whom you see.

Through Jesus we ask, hope, and are seen. Amen.

Love you, faith family! God bless!