I sense your power, your might
and I stand in awe, painfully aware
of how poor and weak I am before you.
As I begin this Advent journey,
teach me to turn to you in my fear and sorrow.
Let me remember that you can look deep into my heart
and that you wlll keep me safe with your love.
I lift my soul to you with my weak hands
and beg for your help and forgiveness.
And I feel joy! May the Lord bless us,
protect us from all evil
and bring us to everlasting life.
Amen.