God of hope –
May the scriptures encourage us…those words written in former days for our instruction.
And again, and again, and again, it is written…
Live in harmony. Glorify with one voice. Welcome one another. Sing praises, rejoice, and praise.
For in the root of Jesse, we shall abound in hope by the power of Your Spirit.
In the name of the One who fills us with joy and peace…
Amen.
(The Second Sunday of Advent is December 4.)