Christmas - Psalm 98:1-9 - Let the hills sing together for joy
PSALM 98:1-91 O sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things. His right hand and his holy arm have gained him victory. 2 The LORD has made known his victory; he has revealed his vindication in the sight of the nations. 3 He has remembered his steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel. All the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God.4 Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises. 5 Sing praises to the LORD with the lyre, with the lyre and the sound of melody. 6 With trumpets and the sound of the horn make a joyful noise before the King, the LORD.7 Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; the world and those who live in it. 8 Let the floods clap their hands; let the hills sing together for joy 9 at the presence of the LORD, for he is coming to judge the earth. He will judge the world with righteousness, and the peoples with equity.
- Light a candle to remember Christ's presence with you.
- Sit five to fifteen minutes in silent meditation paying attention to the deep breath.
- God has fulfilled God's promise to humanity.
- What joy arises in you?
- What joy arises in the earth?
- How does creation dance with you?
- Spend time in nature today seeing, hearing, feeling, sensing how creation sings forth the joy of the Lord.
- What do you notice within you as you experience the joy of creation?
- How do you experience the new birth of Christ again?
- Give thanks to God for joy in creation and for any new insights you have received.
- Share as you feel led in the reply box below.
Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, December 25, 2011, the Nativity of Jesus Christ Year B Isaiah 52: 7-10Psalm 98:1-9Hebrews 1:1-4 (5-12)John 1:1-14If you use these prayers in other groups, please give credit to author.Permission to use in not-for-profit settings (c) 2017 The Rev. Lil Smith, M.Div., DASD
