REST
December 8, 2023
All the lands are at rest and at peace; they break into singing.
Isaiah 14:7
Thought
You have made us for Yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in You. (Augustine of Hippo)
Song
"What Child Is This?"
1. What child is this Who laid to rest
On Mary’s lap is sleeping
Whom angels greet with anthems sweet
While shepherds watch are keeping
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This, this is Christ the King
Whom shepherds guard and angels sing
Haste, haste to bring Him laud
The babe, the son of Mary
2. Why lies He in such mean estate
Where ox and ass are feeding
Good Christian fear, for sinners here
The Silent Word is pleading
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3. So bring Him incense, gold, and myrrh
Come peasant king to own Him
The King of kings, salvation brings
Let loving hearts enthrone Him
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Prayer
In this season You call Your people to enjoy a daily Sabbath. Therefore, O Son of Mary, I seek to rest within the waiting. Forgive me for the times when I have idolised being busy, and give to me Your perfect peace which calms the restless heart. In Your name I pray. Amen.
Daily Readings
Isaiah 13, Isaiah 14, and Isaiah 15