Dear God, as we begin this new day, we seek Your presence and guidance. We recognize the challenges we face and the difficulties that may come our way. Just as you taught us in #Mark 13:12-13, we ask that you grant us the wisdom and patience to deal with the adverse situations we may encounter.

Lord, help us to be compassionate and tolerant, especially towards those who cause us distress or act with #evil. It gives us the strength to forgive and the ability to understand the motivations behind the actions of those who hurt us. May we respond with love and kindness, following the example of Your son Jesus Christ.

Strengthen us, O God, to persevere in the face of tribulations, knowing that those who remain faithful to the end will be saved. Grant us the #courage to face the challenges of this day with confidence in You, knowing that You are our refuge and strength at all times.

May this day be guided by Your light and Your #truth, and may we reflect Your love in everything we do. Enable us to be instruments of Your peace and Your grace in this world.

In Your name.

#Amen.

The passage from Mark 13:12-13 talks about the difficulties that the disciples would face for following Jesus. He warns them that they will be betrayed even by members of their own families. However, #Jesus encourages them to remain firm in faith, promising that those who persevere to the end will be saved. This passage highlights the importance of resistance and fidelity even in the midst of adversity, trusting in #God's promise of salvation.