I'm grateful, Lord!
This year's calendar puts a week
between the blessings of Thanksgiving
and the lighting of the Advent wreath:
a flame to light the way
to joyful expectation,
of a new year of your grace...
I'm grateful for this breathing room:
a place within my heart and in my prayer
to let go last year's pain and disappointment
and renew my hope and trust in you
and in your coming every day
to be born again within my soul,
calling me to live
in the peace you came to bring...
Be with me in the week ahead
and clear the space I need within
to wait for you, to look for you,
to welcome you, the Prince of Peace
whose birth we soon will celebrate
while waiting 'til you come again,
at last with peace, for ever...
Protect me, Lord, while I'm awake
and watch over me while I sleep
that awake, I might keep watch with you
and asleep, rest in your peace...
Amen.
Be With Me Lord by Marty Haugen
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Be with me, Lord, when I am in trouble,
be with me, Lord, I pray!
You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord most high,
who abide in the shadow of our God,
say to the Lord, "My refuge and fortress,
the God in whom I trust!"
Be with me, Lord...
No evil shall befall you, no pain come near,
for the angels stand close by your side
guarding you always and bearing you gently,
watching over your life.
Be with me, Lord...
Those who cling to the Lord live secure in God's love
lifted high those who trust in God's name
Call on your Lord who will never forsake you,
God will bring you salvation and joy.
Be with me, Lord...
Praying for your speedy recovery!
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