Day 13
##**Matthew 5:44**
But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.
##**PRAYER**
*Eternal Father-your grace is immeasurable and your truth is incomparable.*
Holy Father, you sent your son, Jesus, to earth to teach us what it means to love our enemies. We know that Jesus came, because we were at enmity with You. We thank you that Jesus sacrificed Himself, even unto death, to save us while we were sinners. We are overwhelmed with the knowledge that Jesus, while on the cross, cried out to you, Father, as he said, “Forgive them, for they know not what they do." Jesus is your firstborn son of the new covenant. Help us, Father, to be obedient children, like Jesus. Help us to love our enemies and pray for the eternal souls of those who persecute us, so that your promises will not be broken. As we suffer persecution, give us love to replace the hate and give us compassion for those at whose hands we suffer.
*Lead me today in uniquely powerful ways as you enable me to do your will.*