New Calvary Baptist Church

A Christmas Prayer from the Pastor

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Gracious and Eternal God our Father,
We come before You with hearts full of gratitude and reverence during this holy season of celebration.  We rejoice in the gift of Christmas - the wondrous reminder that You so loved the world that You gave Your only begotten Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  In His birth, we behold the fullness of Your joy, Your mercy, and Your redeeming love made flesh among us.

As we reflect upon this past year, we pause to give You thanks for Your abiding blessings – great and small.  You have kept us through seasons of challenge and seasons of rejoicing.  You have guided our steps, protected our lives, and remained ever-present in moments seen and unseen.  You have been our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of need.

Lord, thank You for this congregation; for their faithfulness, generosity, service, and Christ-like love. Thank You for the ways You have allowed us to grow in grace, deepen our witness, and strengthen our unity as the Body of Christ.  Every good and perfect gift has come from Your hand, and for that we give You praise.

As we look toward the coming New Year, we humbly ask for Your continued grace and presence.   Lead us by Your Spirit.  Order our steps according to Your will.  Grant us wisdom for the days ahead, courage to follow where You lead, and hearts that remain anchored in hope, joy, and faith.

May the peace of Christ rule in our hearts, the joy of the Lord be our strength, and the light of Your love shine through us into the community and world around us.  

We offer this prayer with thanksgiving and confidence, trusting in Your unfailing promises, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.