Advent Reading Day 24 – Living as a Foreigner
“1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” John 1… Read More
Advent Reading Day 21 – Costly Joy
“33 The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him. 34 Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, 35 so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.” Luke 2:33-35 Ever met… Read More
Advent Reading Day 20 – Love in Action
“and she gave birth to her firstborn , a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” Luke 2:7 Love. There’s no motivation quite like it. It motivates us to do things that we otherwise would think silly or dangerous or unthinkable. It motivates the quietest of men to propose in front of large crowds. It motivates mothers… Read More