God of all humanity,
The three Abrahamic traditions all teach a similar version of the Golden Rule "do
not do to others what you would not have them do to you." But the noted
psychologist, Erich Fromm taught that it is equally true to say "Whatever you do to
others, you also do to yourself."
Government is a reminder to us that people do not exist in isolation from one
another. Rather, we live in a state of relationship with everyone around us. While
we are often aware of the behavior others have on our lives, we sometimes forget
that the way we treat others also shapes who we are and how we live.
When we approach those in this world with kindness, compassion and joy, we
become more open to receiving those blessings from others.
May the Holy One of Blessing, the Creator of all humanity, grant us the wisdom,
strength and ability to create the world we wish to live in. May this be God's will.
-AMEN.
