Wednesday, December 3

Wednesday, December 3
First Week of Advent

O come, O Wisdom from on high, who ordered all things mightily;
to us the path of knowledge show and teach us in its ways to go.

The trees of a forest communicate with one another through the fungi that
share a symbiotic relationship with their roots. Trees share nutrients and
information through this network of fungi to defend against parasites.
From the spinning galaxies to the invisible workings of the human
heart, things are ordered. Wisdom is simply the right perception of this
order—living in accord with it brings us harmony and purpose. We believe
Jesus comes to us in the form of this wisdom; with this hymn we call to
him, “O come, O Wisdom from on high, who ordered all things mightily;
to us the path of knowledge show and teach us in its ways to go.”

Prayer for Morning
Jesus, Wisdom of God, all things came to be through you and reflect your
glory. Help me to seek your truth as a guide for my life—there to find the
right way to live in your abiding presence. Wisdom of God, order my life according to your truth today.

Ponder Today
What is a belief you would stake your life on? How can that conviction
shape your day?

Prayer for Evening
Jesus, you are the Way, the Truth, and the Life. You open a new horizon—one that draws me beyond myself into abundant peace. Grant me the courage to follow your truth, especially when it leads me. Wisdom of God, show me your way