S – The end of all things is near; therefore, be alert and sober-minded for prayer. ⁸ Above all, maintain constant love for one another, since love covers a multitude of sins.

1 Peter 4:7–8 CSB

O – Peter is exhorting us to be aware and self controlled in our disciplines so when we pray our lives align with our conversation with God.  Our love for others needs to be consistent and aware so we can accept others sins as forgivable. 

A – Two strong parts of our Christian faith is prayer and love for others.  The intentionality of each is so important if we want to have a vibrant walk with God.  Since God’s word doesn’t put boundaries on us in our behavior to grow in him, the concepts of awareness and self control keep us in His will.  Loving others when they cross their boundaries allows us to see them through the lens of grace and not judgement.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the one, true God.  Empower us to walk with awareness and self control today.  We know we are going to sin and make mistakes.  Thank you for your grace and mercy as we see our sin and ask for your forgiveness.  Give us the courage to extend that same forgiveness to others.