Peace and Merry Christmas!

 

     The fourth and last purple candle, often called the "Angels Candle," represents peace and will be lit on this Sunday, the last in Advent.

Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men." Luke 2:13–14

     On Christmas Eve, which falls on the last Sunday of Advent this year, the white center candle may be lit. This candle is called the "Christ Candle" and represents the life of Christ that come into the world. The color white represents purity. Christ is the sinless, spotless, pure Savior. Those who receive Christ as Savior are washed of their sins and made whiter than snow:

"Come now, let us settle the matter," says the Lord. "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool." Isaiah 1:8

Lord,

Let this season bring hope, faith, joy and peace to our hearts. Give us reminders of the great blessings you bring each day as we look forward to the New Year with anticipation. Bring us closer to You.

In Jesus name,

Amen

 

Merry Christmas!  Happy New Year!  You are loved.  See you in January!