December 23, 2024

DAILY BREAD — Wisdom and Wonder in Christ

ADVICE:
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom.
— James 3:13

PROMISE:
Honour and peace for everyone who does good: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.
— Romans 2:10

​PRAYER:
I pray that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God.
— Philippians 1:10-11

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Dear Lord,
So close to Christmas, please help me and those I love to remember and reflect on the awesome prophecies foretelling Your birth since the beginning of time. Give us eyes of faith to see on this side of the Cross what prophets chose to believe through promises and visions. Immanuel, God with Us, Prince of Peace, the Son of God, Messiah—may all that You fill our senses and our hearts with both gratitude and worship as we bow this evening before You and offer our prayer to You.

Empty us of sin—and anything that could inhibit our understanding or block the beautiful celebration of Your birth. Whether it’s one of us or an entire family, help us prepare our hearts for You even as You are preparing a place for us to join You one day. May every thought, every desire, every word, and every gift-giving action this special night usher us into that place where You will meet us as we are. May the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to You and bring You the glory and honour You so deserve.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

I wish you a blessed day, and a joyful Christmas celebration

​With Love,
Rev. Frank