December is here, ready or not. The church’s calendar is
turned to the beginning of a new year. The four weeks leading up to Christmas
are celebrated as the season of Advent. It is a time of anticipation,
expectation and preparation. Sort of fits in with our cultural relationship
with Christmas, doesn’t it?
Could these weeks
be a time to fill our hearts with joy and gladness? The light of the world is
coming! The Word is about to become flesh and dwell among us! The God of
creation is about to humble Himself. He will be born in human form to become a
servant to all. Yes, His first coming is a time to celebrate the miracle that
changes everything. Emmanuel, God among us, is about to be born.
Let’s take a peek
into the cast of characters surrounding this great event. We will see how God
worked through the most ordinary people to show His glory. He does the same
with us. He can use the craziest circumstances, the darkest of days, the most
challenging journeys and suddenly show up in the most miraculous of ways.
Put your feel up.
Take a few minutes each day as we revisit Joseph on his difficult journey, the
Magi taking a completely different route after seeing Jesus, the shepherds
retelling the tale after witnessing the heavenly host. Will you recognize Him
and be changed?
But the
angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause
great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David, a Savior has been
born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord.”
Luke 2:10-11
Dear Father,
Walk with us through the greatest story ever told. We listen
with expectation as we await the celebration of Your Son’s birth. Let the joy
and gladness seep into our very souls over these next few weeks until we are
changed forever. The light of the world has come. Oh, come let us adore Him.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen
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