Monday, December 8, 2025
Psalm 72:1–7, 18–19
Praying for a World Made Right
Psalm 72 reminds us that God cares deeply about justice, especially for the most vulnerable. The prayer of this psalm is not abstract or distant; it asks for leaders to govern with compassion, humility, and concern for those who are often overlooked.
In Advent, we are invited to pray not only for ourselves, but for the world God loves. We pray for systems shaped by mercy, for communities marked by fairness, and for hearts—especially our own—that learn to reflect God’s concern for the poor and the powerless.
Today, may your prayers widen beyond what is comfortable, trusting that God’s justice is always rooted in love and meant to restore life.
Prayer:
God of justice and mercy, shape our hearts to reflect your care for the world. Teach us to pray with compassion and to live with hope as we await Christ. Amen.
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