Greetings Prayer Warriors,
As we enter into Advent, everything about us begins to swirl, and it is easy to get caught up in the pre-holiday chaos (or swept away by it)! The hardest thing to do is quiet oneself and bask in the silence. Yet our spirit begs for it. Yet all the while, our “to-do list” bounces around our head, seeking attention like a small child!
Be still and know that I am God! Psalm 46:11
Even in marriage there can be differing cadences. One continues to do, do, do, while the other may be chillin’. Either way, we must remind ourselves we are in Advent. It is only the commercial holiday season that begins November 1, while the true Christmas season doesn’t start until December 25. Even though our holiday obligations won’t disappear and still need to be done, one must be very mindful to carve out time to prepare oneself to receive the precious gift of our King. If you can as a couple, or if not, on your own, retreat from the chaos, even if just for a short while, each day.
“Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” Mark 6:31
The Lord beckons us to rest in Him. Accept this special invitation knowing He will grant you the grace of stillness. Then speak with the Lord about what burdens you, what delights you, and finally, on behalf of all, ask for the gift of His blessing upon marriages.
Peace, Joy, and Love,
Janet
Be still, pray, then pass it on!
