Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other.

1 Thessalonians 5

Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. v12-13

I have often (see post here) grumbled about my church leaders.  This is sinful not only because we are to avoid grumbling but also because we are specifically called to respect and follow church leadership - see here.

My Prayer: Lord You are an awesome God and You have created church for me and for Lisa and we have seen the miracles and good works that have resulted from our membership in the churches we have attended.  We have been blessed beyond what we deserve.  Specifically for myself, I am not worth such blessings as I continue to be quick to anger, slow to listen and harsh with my thoughts, words, and actions.  Thank You for Your blessings and love but please forgive me Jesus!  Help me overcome my sin and turn towards You instead.  Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, mind, and strength.  Help me love others as You do. Help me grow in my faith.  Help me respect, follow, and serve my church leadership.  Give me strength.  Give Lisa strength.  Please heal and cure her of this cancer. Help me lead and serve Lisa, Zach and Dustin.  Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.