Midday in Christmas

Getting started:   

In the name of God:
Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.

   -or-   

In the name of God:
Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer. Amen.

A Daily Reminder:

Colossians 3:12-15

“Since God chose you to be

the holy people he loves,

you must clothe yourselves

with tenderhearted mercy, kindness,

humility, gentleness, and patience.

Make allowance for each other’s faults,

and forgive anyone who offends you.

Remember, the Lord forgave you,

so you must forgive others.

Above all, clothe yourselves with love,

which binds us all together

in perfect harmony.

And let the peace that comes

from Christ rule in your hearts.

For as members of one body

you are called to live in peace.

And always be thankful.”

 

And a Response:

God, help me to offer

the forgiveness needed

by those around me,

and to feel the peace

of your Spirit in myself!

 
Praying Like Jesus (Matthew 6:9-13)

God of heaven and earth

and all that is:

I honor you and

I commit myself to you.

I will follow your Way

in all times and places,

and I'm content

with what you bring me today.

I'm only human

and I need your help  

to share with others

the grace I need from you.

Thank you,

for being my strength

when I am weak, 

and my wisdom

when I speak.

Thank you,

for the peace to go forward

and for always being with me.

Amen.

A Prayer for Focus (Colossians 3:1-4)   

God, it's easy for me to get

distracted and overwhelmed

in the frustrations and hustle

of the day.

Help me keep my focus on Jesus

for my hope and my peace are

dependent on Him.

Help me keep a vital connection

to the One who gives me life

and wisdom!