My Christmas Prayer

When it rains, it pours. And with my favorite season being here, I would like to post a short prayer in recognition of all the blessings that have come my way. Merry Christmas everyone!

Dear Jesus,

As we again celebrate your birth, I offer to you my praise and heartfelt gratitude. Thank you for all the blessings that have come my way - health, strength, talents and of course, my family who continue to be my inspiration to lead and serve.

Thank you for graciously showering us with your love and continuous support. Your wisdom has guided me in the decisions I have made, both at home and work, and I hope that I have made you proud, as I feel I have. More importantly, I hope that the decisions I have made have given greater glory to your name.

While I bask in all your goodness and gifts, I pray for those who do not have enough, those who are in much need of your love, guidance and support; those who are facing challenges in their relationships, those who are in pain, those who are broken. I pray that despite all these, they will continue to trust, love and turn to you, because in my heart, I truly believe that anything is possible with you.

As we end this year, I offer the year ahead. Only you know what will happen. My only request is, that you give us the courage and strength to face what lies ahead. Amidst all the busyness of our lives, help us to be faithful, kind and merciful - for this is the true meaning of being with you, of being a Christian, of being your servant.

Happy Birthday Jesus! I love you.