Come, Holy Spirit of Christmas
Come, Holy Spirit, Fill our hearts this Christmas. Speak to us, and help us hear you. You called Mary and Joseph to be the earthly parents to your Son , and you told them not to be afraid, even though the calling was overwhelming. You promised them blessing and direction and hope . You filled Mary; you planted a God-man inside of her, a miraculous conception. Then you breathed destiny over her life. You filled Joseph with love, courage, and wisdom to protect Mary and Jesus from harm. You allowed Elizabeth to become pregnant with John the Baptist, who would point a nation toward the Messiah they'd been waiting for. You filled her with words of praise and encouragement for Mary. You filled Zechariah with joy, and he prophesied power and influence over his son. You directed unlearned shepherds to leave their flocks to find a new baby in a stable. They believed that he was their Savior, and they worshipped him and spread the news throughout their sleepy village. You led astronomers ...