At this time of year we pause to remember all that we have and recognize that it is because of Your grace and mercy. Thanksgiving reminds us of the harvest for which the Pilgrims were so thankful as well as their very survival through that first harsh year so we are mindful of the life and sustenance that You provide. And now we turn our eyes and hearts towards the celebration of the birth of the Christ Child and we are grateful for the Eternal Life that You offer through belief in Him as Your only begotten Son and our Savior. Lord, we are so unworthy and yet You are so good to us. We can offer You nothing in return but our praise and our service to You. Guide our steps direct us as You would have us to go that we may bring honor and glory to Your holy Name.
We are grateful that President Bush and his family have had this time of rest and fellowship one with another. We ask Your blessings on them this day and throughout the year. Let the President continue to hear Your voice above the clamor and heed Your words as he leads our nation and the world. Bestow upon him wisdom, courage, steadfastness, perseverance, humility, peace, patience, and love. Be his Shield from those who wish him harm and protect those who surround him and those who guard him.
Father, we earnestly desire the day when we won't have troops far away and in danger; but watch over those who defend our nation and fight for freedom for others. Many have been injured in recent fierce battles; reach out to them with Your healing touch. Others have seen horrors and cruel barbarity; give them peace of mind and spirit. Some gave their lives for the cause of liberty and our nation is grateful for such heroes; bring comfort to their grieving families.
Lord, too many in our nation have turned their backs on You in recent times and our nation has suffered. We have become less civil, more immoral, less concerned with others, and more concerned with self. We pray for revival in America that more and more will seek the Christ Child and will know and rejoice about His birth, life, and sacrificial death and resurrection. Let him be born in the hearts of many during this Christmas season that our beloved land may become once again one nation, under God. In His Name. Amen.
Amen, kayak! Thank you for your beautiful prayer.