The four weeks of Advent are a time to ponder and pray the life of Jesus—in particular, “he was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary.” In his conception and birth, Jesus reveals God’s power. God’s power is not like human power—the violence of soldiers and the distortion of words. God’s power
Read moreLook Closer at the Christmas Story During Advent
The Christmas story has become familiar. We know the story well?so well that we sometimes miss its beauty and power. But when we read Scripture closely, we rediscover the infinite wonder of God?s Word made flesh. This Christmas, commit to looking closer at Scripture and rediscover the wonder of the Christmas story. Centered around the
Read moreGod?s Love in the Midst of Our Darkness (An Advent Devotional)
Today?s guest post was written by Dan Bush, co-author with Noel Due of Embracing God as Father: Christian Identity in the Family of God and the upcoming Live in Liberty: The Spiritual Message of Galatians.?To discuss this and other pieces Dan has written please join his group on Faithlife. Suggested readings: Romans 13:8?14 and Matthew
Read moreAnticipating the Birth of Jesus
The following excerpts come from today?s reading in Anticipating His Arrival: A Family Guide through Advent?and 300 Christmas Quotations and Prayers?(both 50% off during Advent). Tuesday: Luke 1:68?79 (Part 2) Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has visited to help and has redeemed his people, and has raised up a horn
Read moreThe Arrival of the Son of Man
The following excerpts come from today?s reading in Anticipating His Arrival: A Family Guide through Advent?and 300 Christmas Quotations and Prayers (both 50% off during Advent). Friday: Luke 21:25?36 (Part 2) The Arrival of the Son of Man ?And there will be signs in the sun and moon and stars, and on the earth distress
Read morePreparing for the Advent of Christ
The following excerpts come from today?s reading in Anticipating His Arrival: A Family Guide through Advent?and 300 Christmas Quotations and Prayers (both 50% off during Advent). Tuesday: Psalm 25:1?10 To you, O Yahweh, I lift up my soul. O my God, I trust you; let me not be put to shame. Do not let my
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