Day 198: Proverbs 16-19; Psalm 27

O Lord, let wisdom be the hallmark of our homes. Give us homes where parents love You and love each other; where there is respect for differences and celebration of what is common; where honor is given to all and humility guides our living and learning; where laughter is heard coming from a wonderful familiarity and a refusal to take ourselves too seriously; where discipline is positive and forgiveness is offered freely, even as it is sought when offense is given; where patience reigns and rest is encouraged; where prayer is the first response and not the last resort; where worship comes from lips that often offer up praise. Lord, give us homes where You are at home, for when You are the center, there is love and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Amen.