The Gloom of Doubt

Lord, we awoke to a cloudy and gloomy day and that caused us to remember your promise that you would chase away the gloom of our doubts.  We are so grateful for the birth of the Christ Child which has done exactly that for the whole world - if we only acccept him as our Savior.  All around us there are events happening that cause us to doubt that you really care for us - wars, murders, rape, child abuse - almost without limit.  Help the songs of the angels of so long ago awaken in our hearts again the flame of faith that can cast out all fear; all doubt; all uncertainty.  May we bask in the warmth of Christmas, and feel joy and love and hope returning to our hearts once more.  Be with us Lord Jesus, we ask you to stay close by us forever and day by day.  Amen.