Standing Before Him, Shared Words by Texas Artist Laurie Pace

"Oh, king of us all. 

I find myself standing before 

your strength and splendor 

watching, waiting 

and filled with total joy.

You have lifted my mind in hope. 

Now help me to open my life 

the the coming of the Spirit.

I want to be like Mary, your mother. 

Her wonderful courage and strength 

inspire me to do the same. 

She simply said Yes 

and the impossible was done.

Thank you for this Advent journey. 

The anticipation has filled my life 

and made me long for 

a closer relationship with you.

My life gets so busy that I forget to focus. 

Thank you for guidance. 

Thank you for the quiet moments 

when I have felt your love.

Nothing will be impossible with God.

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel 

Shall come to thee, O Israel!"

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