Let us remind all God's people of the words of Christ Jesus in Luke 6:35, And love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing back; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for he is kind toward the unthankful and evil. We are called to do good and love others, even when it feels unappreciated. However, it is important to remember that our service and kindness should be directed by the Holy Spirit.
We must not let others take advantage of us without end. It is possible to be taken advantage of and this can be harmful, as well, and is not God's desire. In 1 Thessalonians 4:6, it is written, that no one should take advantage of and wrong his brother in this matter, because the Lord is an avenger in all these things, just as we also told you before and testified. God does not want us to be taken advantage of, but He does want us to serve others with a willing and loving heart, even when it is difficult. We must love unconditionally with the love of Christ, as in Romans 5:8, But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
Let us pray.
Almighty God, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our sister TenaciousJane. Lord, we ask that You fill her spirit with discernment, giving her the knowledge of when to give and when to set boundaries. We pray that You bless her with true empathy. Being the Good Shepherd, we pray that You protect her from those who would seek to take advantage of her kindness. Give her peace and assurance in You, knowing that You see all that she does in love. Help her to remember that You do not overlook her service and kindness. May she be filled with love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, kindness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. In Jesus name.