Advent, Week 4: The Sacrament of Christmas

Please select a line from Howard Thurman's reflection, "The Sacrament of Christmas."

I make an act of faith toward all mankind,

Where doubts would linger in suspicions brood.

I make an act of joy toward all sad hearts,

Where laughter pales in tears abound.

I make an act of strength toward feeble things,

Where life grows dim and death draws near.

I make an act of trust toward all of life,

Where fears preside and distrusts keep watch.

I make an act of love toward friend and foe,

Where trust is weak and hate burns bright.

I make a deed to God of all my days—

And look out on life with quiet eyes.

Which line encourage you the most during this Christmas Season?