Psalm 72:1-7
1 Give the king your justice, O God,
and your righteousness to a king’s son.
2 May he judge your people with righteousness
and your poor with justice.
3 May the mountains yield prosperity for the people,
and the hills, in righteousness.
4 May he defend the cause of the poor of the people,
give deliverance to the needy, and crush their oppressor.
5 May he live while the sun endures
and as long as the moon, throughout all generations.
6 May he be like rain that falls on the mown grass,
like showers that water the earth.
7 In his days may righteousness flourish
and peace abound, until the moon is no more.
Reflection
Today we invite you to read through the Advent passage above as we meditate on peace this week. As you read pause to consider:
- Where in your life are you most longing for peace right now?
- Where or in what circumstances in the world around you do you most long for peace?
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