One who baptizes with the Holy Spirit and with fire –
We carry so many questions in our hearts. Fill us with expectation.
May we listen to the ones who point us toward what is to come. May we embrace Your winnowing fork in our lives – the work of clearing, gathering, and burning away the chaff. May this winnowing process offer us clarity.
One who baptizes us –
May we remember Your baptism. The opening of heaven. The Holy Spirit descending. The voice from heaven speaking.
“You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.”
May Your Belovedness be the foundation for our own.
Amen.