During this Christmas season …..
Shout to the Lord, all the earth;
break out in praise and sing for joy!
Sing your praise to the Lord with the harp,
with the harp and melodious song,
with trumpets and the sound of the ram’s horn.
Make a joyful symphony before the Lord, the King!
Psalm 98: 4-7 (New Living Translation)
Sunday
‘O Come All Ye Faithful’
Help us Lord, to give all the honour and glory to you – the baby born in Bethlehem, the Saviour crucified for us and the risen Lord who gives us life. ‘O Come Let us all adore Him.’
Monday
‘Go tell it on the mountain’.
Pray for Leaders and groups sharing the story of Christmas with members, families and communities. ‘Go tell it on the mountain that Jesus Christ is born.’
Tuesday
‘In the bleak midwinter’
Pray for our members who struggle at Christmas time because of loneliness, grief, little money and difficult situations at home. ‘What can I give Him? Give Him my heart.’
Wednesday
‘While Shepherds Watched’
Many of our members are in caring professions. Pray that they will have time to celebrate with those they care for. And remember all those who will be working during the Christmas period and thank God for them. Whilst the shepherds were caring for their sheep the angel of the Lord appeared to them and ‘Glory shone around.’
Thursday
‘Hark the Herald Angels Sing’
Heavenly Father, as we celebrate the birth of your Son, fill our hearts with the joy that comes from knowing Him. ‘Glory to the new born King!’
Friday
‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’
Whisper prayers of peace for those countries and individuals troubled by conflicts, arguments and disagreements. Pray that the Prince of Peace will bring harmony and reconciliation. ‘O come to us, abide with us, our Lord Emmanuel.’
Saturday
‘Joy To The World’
Pray for our older members out and about celebrating this Christmas. Pray for their safety; pray they will act wisely and pray that they will find time for Jesus. ‘Let every heart prepare Him room.’
