Scripture and a Prayer: “My Hope”

“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” (Romans 15:13)

Prayer

Dear Lord, as I think about the gift of Your Son, Jesus, and upon this time where we celebrate Your birth, I know that You are my glorious and wonderful hope in this world that is feeding us nothing but hopelessness. And so, thank you Lord for the hope of my salvation, and the guidance You provide through Your words of hope. Therefore, I come to You today and humbly ask that You fill me with the fullness of Your joy and peace as I place my trust wholly and solely upon You. Fill me with the Holy Spirit so that I may have the power to live this life in the hope of Your return and the eternal life that is to come with you in Heaven. May words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart in this matter be pleasing unto You, my Rock and my Redeemer. AMEN