Morning Prayer for Saturday, December 21, 2024

Praying the Scriptures

Saturday Morning Prayer

December 21, 2024

For he received honor and glory from God the Father when that voice was conveyed to him by the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” We ourselves heard this voice come from heaven, while we were with him on the holy mountain. (2 Peter 1:17–18)

Heavenly Father,

As the first light of dawn stretches across the desert, painting the horizon with hues of gold and crimson, I stand in awe of Your majesty. The stillness of this winter solstice morning whispers Your presence, and the cool air carries the promise of renewal and hope.

I remember the words of Peter, how he testified to the glory of Christ revealed on the holy mountain: “This is my Son, my Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” Like Peter, I am humbled by Your voice echoing through creation, a reminder of Your steadfast love.

Today, as I prepare my heart in this season of Advent, I ask to hear Your voice anew. Just as the shortest day of the year yields to the growing light, may my soul yield to the brilliance of Your truth and love. Let Your presence guide me like the gentle sun rising over the New Mexican mesas, warming the cold places in my heart and illuminating the path You have set before me.

O Lord, fill me with the wonder of this sacred season. As I gather with others to share in the hope of Christ’s coming, let my words and actions reflect Your glory. Help me to shine as a witness, bearing the same awe and reverence Peter held when he stood in Your holy presence.

This morning, I lift my prayers like the desert wind lifting the scent of pinon smoke toward the heavens. Bless this land, its people, and its beauty. Bless my heart to wait in stillness and expectation, knowing that the light of Christ will soon shine brighter than any solstice sun.

In the holy name of Your Son,

Amen.

I hope this prayer brings you peace and inspiration as you start your day.


The Bible passages come from the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Bible, copyrighted © 1989, 1993 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America and are used by permission. All rights reserved. Praying the Scriptures is penned daily by Kenny Sallee, ThM.

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