Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests. Luke 2:14 (NIV) Peace is a word highly connected with Christmas. It’s one of the four themes of Advent. It’s the cry of the angels in Luke. Jesus himself is called the Prince of Peace. But what is … Continue reading Peace, by Kristi Ann Hunter
10 Carefully determine what pleases the Lord. 11 Take no part in the worthless deeds of evil and darkness; instead, expose them. 12 It is shameful even to talk about the things that ungodly people do in secret. 13 But their evil intentions will be exposed when the light shines on them, 14 for the light makes everything visible. This is why it is … Continue reading Awake By Catherine Hutton
For in hope we have been saved, but hope that is seen is not hope; for who hopes for what he already sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, through perseverance we wait eagerly for it. Roman 8:24-25 I’m going to be very real and honest with you today. This has been the hardest year of my … Continue reading Hope, by Kimberley Woodhouse
We eagerly wait with steadfast expectation and patient perseverance for the hope we cannot see. (Romans 8:25 Becky’s No-nonsense Paraphrase) Luke is adorable, but he’s kind of an idiot. (Before you start quoting Matthew 5:22 at me, Luke is our German Shepherd.) We have a routine. This is how it goes. Every morning, he nudges … Continue reading Wait, by Becky Ankowiak
Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him Psalm 37:7 When I was a mom of youngsters, I always found the concept of Advent rather ironic. There were cookies to bake, presents to wrap, cards to write and a house to clean. Advent was anything but a peaceful time to calmly prepare my … Continue reading Wait, by Melissa Carey