This month we turn our prayer focus toward the Advent of Christ and all that means for us. Praise to Him who came and lived and died to rise again seems like the appropriate place to start.
We often hear the expression “Jesus is the reason for the season.” How true. Would we exchange gifts had He not given us the gift of salvation from our sins.? We would never use the manger as a centerpiece had it been empty. And the Child would be just another baby had He not relinquished His seat at the right hand of God to put on flesh.
Jesus did all that for us. And He deserves our endless praise. Read the story of His birth in Luke chapter 2 to refresh yourself on the details. For today’s prayer, we focus on the choir of angels who appeared to a bunch of dirty shepherds. One of them broke the news of the Messiah’s birth and then a host (I’m assuming that’s a lot.) joined in exclaiming:
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:14 NIV
Join me in praising Him today:
Let’s flood this space with praise this month. Comment below on who He is to you. And share this on your favorite social media platform using the icons below. Invite others to join in giving glory to God in the highest. And if you don’t want to miss any of the party, subscribe using the form on the right hand side of this page.
Praying for you in this.
Glory be to the Highest! Praising our Lord for His love for us while we are sinners. And again and again, I sin and He continues to love me. Thank You, Jesus. He is the Highest and the Son and the One worthy of praise.
Oh, I just praised along with you, Linda. Thank you.
Lauren, the prayer you shared is just beautiful. Praying with you, “Give us the awe of the shepherds and the boldness of the angels as we celebrate this season …” Amen!
Thank you for praying with me, Joanne!
He is Faithful and True! I’m glad for this season of drawing near to Him and praising Him for He is worthy!
Amen, Lisa. Thank you for praising Him with me!
The Lord is my shepherd. I love seeing him as someone who tends to his flock, his people. And seeing how he takes such good care of us like a shepherd takes care of his flock. He truly is amazing!
So amazing! Thank you for sharing your praises with us!
Your prayer is beautiful! Thank you for this beautiful post … ❤
Thank you for praying with me, Donna.
I agree with Joanne above;
“Lauren, the prayer you shared is just beautiful. Praying with you, “Give us the awe of the shepherds and the boldness of the angels as we celebrate this season …” Amen!”
Bless you,
Jennifer
Amen!