Monday, December 7 — Psalm 140:1–5
2 Kings 5:15–6:23; Acts 1:15–26
Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever. Daniel 12:3
So we are ambassadors for Christ, since God is making his appeal through us; we entreat you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. 2 Corinthians 5:20
God of love, as we continue in our Advent preparations, may we hear your call to love and serve others more loudly and more strongly. Like Mary, may we ponder in our hearts what your coming to us means. Amen.