This Advent and Christmas, journey closer to Jesus, the light that shines in the darkness, illuminating hearts and guiding souls. A Light Upon My Path offers daily reflections, prayers, and scripture readings by contemporary spiritual leaders.
The meditations explore the light and hope of Christ in a weary world. Inspired by the readings from the Daily Office and or the Revised Common Lectionary, each day’s devotion invites you to embrace the wonder of his birth and the promise it holds for your life.
Explore the significance of Jesus as the Light—from the ancient prophecies that foreshadowed his coming, through the miracle of his birth in Bethlehem, to his enduring light today.
Perfect for quiet personal devotion or for sharing with loved ones, A Light Upon My Path serves as a spiritual guide through these seasons, helping you rediscover the depth of God’s love through Jesus.
Contributors Phil Beyer, Jazzy Bostock, Laurie Brock, Lester V. Mackenzie, John Ohmer, and Joseph Yoo.
The phrase "a light upon my path" is from Psalm 119, a wisdom psalm that meditates on the goodness of the law and acknowledges a hope that abides even in the face of disappointment. Specifically, it is verse 105 of this psalm, from the longest psalm in the Bible: "Your word is a lantern to my feet * and a light upon my path."
Compiled by various authors for Forward Movement (Phil Beyer, Jazzy Bostock, Laurie Brock, Lester V. Mackenzie, John Ohmer, Joseph Yoo), this book of daily meditations for the seasons of Advent and Christmas begins on the first Sunday of Advent and ends on Epiphany, January 6. No matter how busy your day during this very busy season, you can devote less than five minutes to read each day's entry that begins with a short scripture passage, continues with the meditation, and ends with a short prayer. The Bible readings come from the Episcopal Church's Daily Office and or the Revised Common Lectionary.
This is an excellent tool for centering your thoughts, hopes, and dreams during Advent—the liturgical season of waiting.
The perfect book to read daily throughout this holy time. The reflections are thoughtful, timely and serve to understand and enlighten. Much enjoyed prayers end each day.