Dying As Beloved

Today’s Reflection

I am convinced that caring for others who are weak or close to death is to support them in fulfilling their deepest vocation, the vocation of becoming more and more fully what they already are: beloved daughters and beloved sons of God.

—Henri J. M. Nouwen, A Spirituality of Caregiving, edited by John S. Mogabgab (Upper Room Books, 2011)

Today’s Question

How might a person close to death be more fully beloved by God? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all consolation, who consoles us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to console those who are in any affliction with the consolation with which we ourselves are consoled by God.—2 Corinthians 1:3–4 (NRSVUE)

Prayer for the Week

God of Love, open my eyes so I can see each of your children from your perspective. Fill me with your compassion so I can love my enemies as you love them. Amen. Submit your prayer to The Upper Room.