Advent is nearly here. The weeks of Advent call us to take some time away from the busy hustle and bustle of the holiday season and to peacefully, intentionally pray and meditate on the blessing of Christ's birth in Bethlehem. Prayerfully entering each day of Advent reorients our hearts to the One who matters most. Without this habit of prayer, we quickly get drawn into lesser loves - like love of performance and entertaining, love of gifts and possessions, love of creating and capturing “perfect” moments rather than quietly enjoying the daily blessings God has given us. This is why daily prayer is so vital for us.
We need a daily reorientation to what matters most. Use this daily Advent morning prayer each day to recapture your thoughts and heart for Christ and submit your busiest holiday days to him. In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's all too easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Our lives can become consumed by shopping lists, social engagements, and the demands of the season, leaving little room for the spiritual reflection and connection that Advent calls us to embrace. That's why, as we embark on this Advent season, we invite you to start each day with a deliberate act of reflection and meditation. Let this Advent morning prayer be your compass, guiding you back to the heart of the season—Christ. By taking a few moments each morning to recapture your thoughts and center your heart on Him, you'll find the strength and perspective needed to navigate even the busiest of holiday days with grace and purpose. May this Advent season be a time of deepening your relationship with Christ and a reminder of the profound joy and hope His birth brings to our lives.
A Prayer for Each Morning of Advent:
Holy Lord,
Thank you, Father, that Your Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and that we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. We bless you, O Lord, for the Greatest Gift you have given us – your Son.
This morning, I will sing of the LORD’s great love; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations! I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you have established your faithfulness in heaven itself! (Psalm 89)
Father, we know your Word speaks to your faithful plan. Thank you that we, a people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. What wonderful news, what a wonderful gift!
Lord, forgive me for making this time of year more about what I am doing than about what you have done. Reorient my heart to what matters most. Free me from the love of lesser things. Free me from the allure of presents. Free me from the allure of making perfect moments. Rather, I pray your Spirit would help me fix my heart on the Perfector of my faith.
I stand a sinner before you, but because of the precious birth, sacrifice and resurrection of Christ I stand purified in your presence! Hallelujah! Lord, this is truly the only thing worth fixing my thoughts, my actions, my life on. Help me live all these days of Advent and beyond for you and for your glory.
In Your Name I pray,
Amen.
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