Thursday, December 22, 2011

A Christmas Prayer



To my God,

In this Christmas Season I find a renewed sense of calm and hope for the future.  As I look back at the past year, I reflect on the many blessings which I have realized.  First, a new life in marriage with Susie in which I have found a life partner who truly loves me for me.  Remind us to keep you at the center of our marriage and to always turn to you in times of need, in times of plenty, in times of sorrow, and in times of joy.

We like many have faced challenges of a struggling economy, but are grateful for the gifts we have which have allowed us to weather the storm.  We pray for better days ahead. 

Many in our family have experienced pain and loss in the past year, give them comfort that you are with them in all life hands them and surround them with your love.  May they find peace in the coming year. 

Many more have found great joy and success in the past year, may they utilize the gifts you have given them to glorify you and the blessings they have received.  Keep them humble in their successes and remind them that a reflection of their blessings is to share it with others.

There are others unknown to us who have suffered great loss through death, jobs or family dysfunction.  Give them peace of heart and mind in the knowledge that you are with them in this time of trial. 

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus keep us all mindful of the precious gift he gave to all of us in redeeming our sins and giving us a place with You forever. 

Thank you God for Jesus, Amen. 

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