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rather than overly busy or self-focused.
Prayer & Family Virtues
Lord, as I grow older...
I pray that I may be known by the shape of my character, the fruit of my choices, and the way I love the people around me.
Compassionate
more than confident.
Content
not driven by ambition or comparison.
Encouraging
more than critical.
Empathetic
striving to deeply understand and share in others' pain and joy.
Faithful
in all that I say and do.
Forgiving
rather than holding grudges.
Generous
giving my time and resources rather than merely accumulating wealth.
Gentle
choosing kindness and strength over dominance or intimidation.
A listener
valuing understanding over the need to be heard.
Loving
prioritizing grace over the need to be right.
Meek
showing strength through humility.
Reliable
seeking to be trustworthy rather than chasing fame or recognition.
Sacrificial
valuing service over mere achievement.
Self-controlled
prioritizing wisdom over impulsive desires.
Thoughtful
using wisdom and care in all decisions.
Prayer for Growth & Character is adapted and revised from a prayer by John C. Maxwell in Developing the Leader Within You 2.0.
Ward Family Virtues were inspired by the family-values reflection in Lead Like Jesus Revisited and encouraged by Mark Deterding’s servant-leadership work in Leading Jesus’ Way.