Known, Seen, and Loved: An Examen

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Written By Amy Willers

As I was thinking about the call to see, know, and love the children in the church, I realized these are calls and desires in everyone’s life, so I thought we could use a little examen that helps us see that we are seen, known, and loved, as well as see the call to see, know, and love others.

1. Presence

  • Take a deep breath. Ask God to help you see yourself and others with His eyes—eyes of love.

2. Gratitude

  • When today did I feel truly seen, known, and understood?

  • Who reflected God’s love to me today in a way that felt unconditional?

3. Reflection

  • When did I make space for someone else to feel seen and heard?

  • How did I show love to someone without expecting anything in return?

  • Did I miss an opportunity to notice or care for someone who needed it?

4. Stretching Love

  • How have I responded to people who are difficult for me to love?

  • What is one small way I can practice loving even my enemies, as Christ calls me to?

5. Invitation

  • Where do I sense God inviting me to grow in seeing, knowing, and loving tomorrow?

  • What grace do I want to ask for as I end this day?

Amy Willers
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