Christ, friend of families

"Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus." (John 11:5)

Jesus loves families! He cares about every member of your family and longs for your home to always have open doors to receive Him with love. The Lord desires to be part of our homes, to be welcomed with love, praise, and worship.

Today’s verse tells us that Jesus loved a small family in Bethany made up of three siblings: Martha, Mary, and Lazarus. These siblings served Jesus and His disciples with kindness and hospitality whenever they passed through their region, welcoming them warmly into their home. Martha was excellent in service, Mary was a fervent worshiper, and Lazarus received Jesus with diligence.

When this family faced a terrible moment with Lazarus' illness and death, Jesus went to them. He comforted the sisters’ hearts and did what was impossible for men—He restored Lazarus’ life! And He can do the same in your family.

Jesus is the resurrection and the life. He can breathe life into your broken marriage, set free those trapped in addictions, restore broken relationships, heal emotional pain, and carry the burdens that feel too heavy to bear. Trust in the Lord—nothing is lost!

Jesus Loves Your Family

• Invite Christ into your home. Family was established by God from the beginning of creation. It is the cradle of love, faith, friendship, and devotion that Christ wants to develop in all who belong to Him.

• Never stop praying for your family. Pray with your loved ones and intercede for those who are far from God.

• God can do all things. He has not given up on your family. No matter how difficult the situation is, place everything in His mighty hands.

• Incorporate biblical values in your home. Read the Bible with your family, study together, sing praises, and pray as one. These practices will bear spiritual fruit in everyone’s life.

Prayer: Lord, thank You for caring for each of our loved ones with Your infinite love. Renew relationships, heal hearts, and guide those who are far from You. Fill our home with Your presence and do in us what only You can do. Amen.