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Dear Readers of Country Squire Magazine, I trust that You are well and healthy this Sunday.

This week I wish to dwell on the plight of the mentally ill. Mental illness is better recognised these days and so You likely know of someone who suffers from some form of mental illness. How are you to judge them in a Christian way?

Romans 12:16 

Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight.

The above verse from Romans makes clear that whoever You are dealing with You should respect and associate with them. There is no one better or worse than You. We are all part of God’s family and We are meant to be working together rather than fighting each other or causing division.

Please think of someone who may need Your help or kind words.

God Bless You All. Have a peaceful and thoughtful Sunday, as well as an even better week to come.

Dear God, I come to you with a heavy heart. I pray for those battling mental illness. I pray you give them strength to keep fighting. I pray they know that they are loved, wanted, and valued. I ask that you bring a community around them that is godly, loving, and understanding. I pray that they are able to get the help they need. Provide them with the right tools to begin healing. God, I pray for their families whose heart aches for their loved ones who are suffering. Give them the strength to keep fighting too. Be with those who are suffering and let them know that you are there. In Jesus’ name, Amen.