Everyone throughout the world is currently being called on to a new and difficult action.  That action is to severely limit human contact. Normally when we confront difficulties it’s best to reach out to our neighbor physically and offer assistance.  In confronting COVID-19 we are being called upon to help our neighbor by keeping social distance instead of hugs or the helping hand and to self quarantine in our homes.  Love of neighbor often calls on us to make personal sacrifices as demonstrated by Jesus on the cross and remaining isolated action we are being called upon to take.

Isolation is difficult, challenging and painful and we need to be aware of it’s impact on our physical and mental health.  We need to stay engaged and to seek positive and affirming activities to fill out our time. One aspect or our wellbeing and that of our children that can be overlooked is spiritual growth and engagement.

Here’s a daily devotion/study guide that is posted with the permission of the authors to help start meaningful family discussions during this time.  May God fill you with patience, courage, wisdom and might in the days ahead.