Like a faithful Father, God has been with you throughout your entire life, walking alongside you and holding your hand. He has given you many gifts and has carried you through some difficult moments.

Take time to reflect on your memories of God. Notice how He has been near to you throughout your entire life. Are there times that stand out as particularly significant? Perhaps your Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, or other religious event? Maybe there was a particular person who brought God’s comfort to you? Are there certain people in your life who feel as though they were sent directly to you as a gift from God? Did an unexpected opportunity arise in your life that brought you nearer to God and His will for you? Or was there a difficult time that you endured and overcame by God’s grace?

Today, sit with God as you would with a dear friend and recall your memories together. Be creative if you have the desire! For example, you might want to journal, draw, or make a collage. Then again, you may feel more comfortable simply sitting with a cup of coffee and reminiscing with God. Follow your heart. Speak with God, and take the time to listen. He has many loving memories of you too!

• Pray the Advent Prayer..

• Click below to play today’s song for reflection.

• Read Psalm 23 and/or reflect on the Psalm 23 video below.

• Spend time with God throughout the day recalling the moments when you most felt His presence (in people, places, events, etc.). Let the memories surface as they will. There is no need to force it. God will reveal all to you when you express your desire to Him.

• Ask for the grace of deeply experiencing God’s unique love for you.

Songs: It’s Always Been You and Psalm 23