Arise, shine, for your light has come,
and the glory of the LORD shines over you.
For look, darkness will cover the earth,
and total darkness the peoples;
but the LORD will shine over you,
and his glory will appear over you.
Nations will come to your light,
and kings to your shining brightness.
—Isaiah 60:1-3
Lord Jesus,
Master of both the light and the darkness, send Your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas.
We who have so much to do and seek quiet spaces to hear Your voice each day,
We who are anxious over many things look forward to Your coming among us.
We who are blessed in so many ways long for the complete joy of Your kingdom.
We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of Your presence.
We are Your people, walking in darkness, yet seeking the light.
To you we say, “Come Lord Jesus!”
Amen.
—Henri J.M. Nouwen
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We need to let our light shine so that others may see. This is the main reason why I sometimes stay silent at work and not retaliate or talk back or even defend myself sometimes. I am not a doormat but I choose my battles. The main thing I want to be known for is I love Jesus.
@Lexi, praying right now for the test and for a healthy baby boy.
Amen
Reminded this morning of the old Graham Kendrick song “Shine Jesus Shine!”
I have what might sound like a silly prayer request. My parents don’t go to church and are coming with me today to mine. I am feeling nervous because my church has a different worldview from they hold. I pray that the lord speaks through this service today and shows them hoe beautiful community gatherings can be.
Amen!
Come Lord Jesus, Amen ❤️
Amen!!