ACTS  20 Praying a Blessing 

As Paul was preparing to leave those he loved he pronounced a blessing over them in his absence. “And now I entrust you to God and to the message of his grace” [Acts 20:32] These are words we often use as we set off on a journey leaving our beloveds behind. In this way we give those we love into hands of God for their provision and protection. We do this because we trust God to watch over them and us as we are separated. If you have not done this it would be good to start that as a practice. We do not know when we will be reunited here or in heaven so it is good to pray this for those we love. 

Then as Paul was departing, he reminded them it is more blessed to give than receive. The Ephesians had received the Word of God and we have as well. Who will we share God’s blessing today? Who is leaving on a journey and would be blessed if we prayed over them entrusting them to God. Today, praying for my son who is half way around the world working. How about you?