Variety: Galatians 6v2

‘Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.’ (Galatians 6:2)

God’s calling to ‘carry each other’s burdens’ begins with individuals, but it can also inspire whole communities to collectively reflect Christ’s love by supporting and serving others. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), violence had divided one village in the Ituri province for years. But through Tearfund’s peacebuilding workshops, local churches held community dialogues, which involve gathering information and ideas from a group of people and using that to make changes. By listening, forgiving, and working collaboratively, these communities began to heal. What seemed impossible became a reality through the power of Christ’s love bringing unity.

Loving Lord,  Thank you for your great love and for sending Jesus to carry the ultimate burden of our sins. Help us to follow Christ’s example by bearing one another’s burdens with compassion and grace. Open our eyes to the needs in our communities and give us the courage to act in love and unity.

I pray for reconciliation in places torn by conflict, like the DRC, and for your church to be a light bringing hope and peace.

Strengthen my hands to serve, my ears to listen, and my spirit to walk humbly with you. Help me to fulfil the law of Christ by sharing in the struggles of others and reflecting your love in all I do.

In Jesus’ name, amen.

Lydia Lewis, Tearfund