Monday, January 4, 2010

Dear God,

Just as dawn was breaking, I was writing and listening to O Holy Night. Although I think of Christ's birth when I hear the song, I thought of how every night is a holy night. Even though there are times when I am afraid in the darkness, there is something mystical about looking out upon night skies. The brilliance of the lighted stars against the great black sky profoundly speaks to me of your living presence. As the light twinkles and sparkles, I often find myself in awe of your loving power.

I realize once again that every day and night is yet another occasion for praise. If it is true that each 24 hours is a holy day and night, then Christ can be born and reborn every day and every night. I need to prepare myself to be a warm manger for Him.

As this
new year unfolds,
make me
a manger,
a welcoming place
for you.

Love, Andrea