God of all,
No matter what differences and distinctions divide me from the people around me, we are all your beloved children.
When I am distracted by the way my neighbor looks, or where they are from, or the things they do, or the beliefs they hold, remind me that we are all your beloved children.
When I am distracted by the ways I have failed, or the mistakes I have made, or the ill-will I hold onto, remind me that we are all your beloved children.
Help me to see that your love transcends the differences among us.
Help me to see that your world is rich and varied, complex and challenging.
Help me to see the gift in all that.
Amen.