The Gift of Joy

Lord, you sent joy down to us at Christmas in the promise which that little Christ Child held for all of humanity.  What gratitude we feel for that gift of joy!  Forgive us if we have let the pressures of life suck the joy out of our living.  Help us to concentrate on the relatiopnship of love that you have offered us, so we keep close to you in continual prayer. Being in you care and presence is the greatest blessing we have, and we rejoice and give you thanks!  Amen.