Monday, December 31, 2018

Christ in our home: A loving community

Christ in our home: A loving community: Colossians 3:12-17 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.  (v. 14) Dear God, he...

A loving community



Colossians 3:12-17

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.  (v. 14)

Dear God, help me focus on your love and not on trivial things.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  The new year

Amen to that !


Sunday, December 30, 2018

Christ in our home: First Sunday after Christmas

Christ in our home: First Sunday after Christmas: Luke 2:41-52 When he was twelve years old, they went up as usual for the festival.  (v. 42) Jesus, gift of all life, help us to seek ...

First Sunday after Christmas


Luke 2:41-52

When he was twelve years old, they went up as usual for the festival.  (v. 42)

Jesus, gift of all life, help us to seek your wisdom this day.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children with learning disabilities

Amen to that

I have fond memories of Christmas's past ..  no so present.

Off to church after I publish this post.


Saturday, December 29, 2018

Christ in our home: A dance party for Jesus

Christ in our home: A dance party for Jesus: Psalm 148 Young men and women alike, old and young together!  Let them praise . . . the Lord.  (vv. 12-13) God, help me celebrate you...

A dance party for Jesus


Psalm 148

Young men and women alike, old and young together!  Let them praise . . . the Lord.  (vv. 12-13)

God, help me celebrate your love for me in Christ Jesus with my heart, my soul, and my body.   In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who have not felt joy for a long time

That would be me

Friday, December 28, 2018

Christ in our home: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Christ in our home: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Rachel weeping for her children;  she refused to be consoled, because they are no more.  (v. 18) Lord Jesus, hear our prayers, even whe...