Love is Strife Free

Father, I strive to live in peace with all men. I do not walk in the counsel of the wicked, nor stand in the path of sinners, nor sit with the sarcastic. I turn away and do not answer those who accuse me. I come to terms quickly with those who say I owe them; not defending myself but trusting in you to exonerate me. I do well to those who hate me. Bless those who curse me. Pray for those who mistreat me. Give to everyone who asks of me and go the extra mile. I choose to overlook transgression and offense. I choose not to rain on someone’s parade. I choose not to throw wood on the fire. I cover the sins of my brothers with love. I do not count myself the greatest but the least. I do not get into contention over meanings of words or get involved in disagreements that are not mine own. I subdue pride and choose to listen to advice and wisdom. I keep my lips from speaking foolishness and my works from vanity. I make it my ambition to lead a quite life, to mind my own business and do the works you have given me. I work out my own salvation leaving others alone to follow you; in the name of Jesus in whom I have my being.