GAUDETE SUNDAY – THE THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
December 15, 2024
MONTHLY DEVOTIONAL FOR 15 DECEMBER
December 15, 2024
15 December, 2024
Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth. Jeremiah 23:5
Heavenly Father, You are a Faithful God, abounding in inexhaustible Mercy and perfect Justice. You foretold a time when a righteous Branch would rise from David’s lineage, a King who would reign with wisdom, execute justice, and bring hope to a weary world. Today, we stand on the fulfillment of this promise in Jesus Christ, the righteous King who reigns eternally. Lord, we marvel at Your faithfulness, in a world filled with broken systems and imperfect leaders.
You sent a King who is perfect in love, mercy, and righteousness and through Him, You brought redemption and justice, not by the might of earthly power but by the sacrifice of the cross. Teach us, O Lord, to trust in this divine plan and to rest in the assurance that Your promises never fail. As we reflect on this prophecy, we acknowledge the areas in our lives and in the world that are still longing for Your justice. Help us to be vessels of Your righteousness, showing compassion to the oppressed and pursuing peace in our communities, with love and mercy.
Father, in the waiting for the fullness of Your kingdom to be revealed, strengthen our faith. Remind us that just as You fulfilled this prophecy in Jesus, You will fulfill all Your promises to us. May we promote peace and pursue justice in this world, full of strife, pain and suffering. May we live with hope and expectation, declaring with joy that Christ is King, for He is reigning now and forevermore. In Jesus’ Mighty Name we pray. Amen
