THE UPPER ROOM DEVOTIONAL 28TH DECEMBER 2024, SATURDAY MESSAGE
Read The Upper Room Devotional 28th December 2024 written by Alana C. Broyles (Virginia, USA)
TOPIC: Praying with the Nativity
TODAY’S READING
Luke 2:1-20
The heavens proclaim [the Lord’s] righteousness, and all peoples see his glory. – Psalm 97:6 (NIV)
TODAY’S MESSAGE
As the time to take down Christmas decorations drew near, I felt that familiar sadness in my heart. The celebration of Christmas comes and goes so quickly. As I began to remove the pieces of my Nativity set, each piece spoke to my heart and prompted me to pray: Lord, help me to be like a shepherd — to lead, nurture, and guide those around me to the Good Shepherd.
Lord, help me to be more like the wise men — to hear your call and to use the gifts that you have blessed me with to serve others. Lord, help me to be more like Joseph and Mary — to rely on you completely and trust you throughout each day. Lord, help me to be more like Jesus — to show love, kindness, understanding, and forgiveness.
Praying with my Nativity set in this way helped to ease my post-Christmas sadness and gave me a sense of hope and excitement for the new year and what it would bring. We can look forward with hope when we walk hand in hand with our Lord and Savior.
Today’s Prayer
Heavenly Father, may the glory and wonder of the Nativity lead us through all seasons of the year. Amen.
Thought for the Day
The joy of Christmas can reside in my heart all year long.
Prayer Focus
Those feeling sad after Christmas
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