Today We Pray

Dear Heavenly Father, we know that Your wisdom is far above our limited understanding. We thank You that we can rely on You to carry out Your good plans to us. You are worthy of our faithfulness.

Grant me the grace to be patient and vigilant in watching, waiting, and listening attentively, so that I won't miss Christ when He comes knocking at my door. Remove whatever hinders me from receiving the gifts which the Savior brings — Joy, peace, justice, mercy, and love. And let me always remember that these are gifts that are only received by giving; let me remember, during this season and throughout the year, the downtrodden, the oppressed, the outcast, the prisoner, the weak, and the defenseless, with my prayers and with my substance.

Descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams. Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honor and glory for ever and ever.

Amen