Second Sunday of Advent

Reflection

“A voice proclaims: In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD! Make straight in the wasteland a highway for our God!” –Isaiah 40:3

Prayer

Spirit of peace,

As Christians around the world light the advent candle of peace today, we ask you to light a fire in our hearts. Help us to stand up more boldly as agents of peace within a tumultuous world. As we continue preparing to celebrate the coming of the Prince of Peace this Christmas, we nevertheless pray unceasingly, each and every day: let your kingdom to come and your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Use us to see your peaceable kingdom come, that wars may cease, and conflicts might be conquered by a peace beyond understanding. For the life of the world, we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

Make a conscientious effort today to contribute to an atmosphere of peace in my home and in my workplace, and all the in-between places I encounter along the way.