Sometimes in relationships, we get complacent. When this happens, we may neglect to give grace, kindness, and assistance as fully as we once did. Yet, we may still expect this treatment from our partners. In such times, we need to turn to God to teach us to give the good we hope to receive.
Lord God, you are the giver of all that is good. You freely shower us with kindness, grace, and forgiveness. Sometimes I hoard your goodness and neglect to share it, especially with my beloved. Teach me to never withhold your graces, but to share selflessly from the riches of your love.
And when I am lacking in the grace I receive from my partner, help me to put away selfish expectations and respond with grace. Empower me to always be ready to give the same love and kindness that I wish to receive. I pray by your unfailing grace, amen.
Our God is a never-failing source of goodness, always ready to fill us with grace, for us and for those that we love.
