Advent Prayer: John 1

Here’s an Advent prayer based on John 1: 6-8, 19-28, one of the suggested scripture readings for the third Sunday of Advent, Year B (December 11, 2011)

Advent Prayer
(based on John 1:6-8,26-38)

Holy One, you have come among us
to lead us in paths of righteousness.
Guide our feet through the wilderness
toward the living water of your grace,
following in the steps of our Savior:
Jesus Christ, the light of the world.

— from the Office of Theology and Worship, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) posted on the PCUSA website.

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