by Christie Shine
Jesus, you heard my childhood Christmas wish, “May I please have a horse?” And, “If not a real horse, then a 16” tall plastic figurine horse?” Knowing that I lived in the suburbs, you must have smiled at my request, and helped my parents buy my second choice. I was...
by Ashley Beaubien
Dear Lord Jesus, I ask You for the strength and protection of my family. You know what is happening in our family and, try as I might, I feel myself weak. I am pressing on, but I need Your guidance and protection. Please send Your mightiest angels to protect my family...
by Fred Davis
Lord Jesus, At this time of year, we head into a season of celebrations. The whole world seems to be wrapped up in the so-called “Christmas season.” Now, let’s be honest, or “get real,” as some might say. It is pretty clear that there were no shepherds...
by Barbara Djordjevic
Dear Jesus, This is the first time I have ever written You a letter. I want You to know that for most of my life, my prayers have been about telling You what I think I need. I remember, at six years old, asking for a bride doll; that was the most essential thing in my...
by Lynsey Mize
“Dear Jesus.” This is maybe the first full phrase I learned to speak in my household. Like learning to walk, say my alphabet, or count to ten, folding my hands and closing my eyes was central to my upbringing. So why is something so basic such a source of insecurity?...
by Raewyn Orlich
Dear Jesus, I’m a bit nervous about this Advent blog. I’m wishing we chose something more fun and lighter, like having church members share their favorite Christmas recipe and why it’s special to them. Maybe we can do that next year. Why am I nervous? Well, what we...
