O Loving God of All,
Be born in me
Amidst this pain, pressure, and the complexities of life
Be born in me
The living seed of the Holy Kiss has been planted long ago
Silently and secretly being formed and shaped
Breath after breath, pulse upon pulse
Unstoppable formation of The Living One in me
Even me
In the dark of unknowing
In the simplicity of the tucked away place
far from the busy streets
sheltered under the stars that shine of Grace
Amidst the winds of change – fierce yet warm
O Gentle Spirit of Hope
be born in me
O Deep Forging of Trust
Be born in me
O Sacred Energy of Courage
Be born in me
O Faithful Friend of Light
Be born in me
O Ever Embracing and out stretched Arms of Love
Be born through me in this darkest light
You are always present
touching my skin, seeing my face,
and welcoming me into the Forever Mystery
of being born
©Lorie Martin Advent Prayer 2017