Prayer for the Daughter I Always Wanted...light on dark paths

Photo by Donna Turpin

Photo by Laurie Christine

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​​My Prayer for the Daughter I Always Wanted (TM)
As this year draws to a close, I am grateful for so many things.

• The opportunity to share with you, my dear reader. 
• One more Christmas Eve candlelight service, transferring the light from the Christ candle inside the Advent wreath across generations, gathered in a circle.
• The gift of Jesus to celebrate every day.
• Friendship, the love of family, and this life of faith the Lord has grown in me.
• And the light of Jesus shining brightest through the dark places, encouraging me to take one more step, then another, closer to Him and His promises.
• Trusting Him when I am too scared to go alone, knowing He will come with me.
• I pray you will feel His Presence wrapping you in His loving arms everywhere. 

Sometimes a crowded room can be lonely. I've been there.
On the days you feel most hopeless or vulnerable, I pray love surrounds you in a safe place, especially in this holiday season.

• I pray you receive simple gifts like the smile of a young child, the blessing of an older friend or neighbor, and simple acts of kindness like walking through an open door held as a courtesy. And you give back, a smile, a nod, a card.
• May you expect the promises of God as He leads us each in unfamiliar ways, with gentle nudges. Opening our eyes to see the mercy and grace waiting for us on the other side of 2025.

• Resting in the Presence of Jesus, I pray New Beginnings, as we eagerly expect with open hearts 
• And I encourage you to step boldly into  New FLOWINGS (TM) in a process of discovery of the best God has for you and those you love. 
• May you find grace, peace, and infinite love as you invite Jesus into your journey. 
• Encapsulated in the plans Father God laid for you before you were just a glimmer in your mother's womb.
• May you ride the wave from empty to overflowing (TM) as Holy Spirit guides you in the FLOWINGS (TM) process. 
• And I pray you join me to Prepare Love Praise ® with all our hearts, knowing the King of the Universe loves you as a beloved daughter, and He has grand plans for you. 
  
  In Jesus's name. 
  
  With much love,
  Donna