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Category Archives: Advent
The Kingdom at Hand
John the Baptist said, Matthew 3:2 (ESV) Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Jesus said, Matthew 4:17 Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. “Repent” — first from John, then from Jesus himself. Is repentance … Continue reading
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Thy Kingdom Come
Let’s look carefully at another phrase from the Lord’s Prayer: Matthew 6:10 (ESV) Your kingdom come. Jesus, come to earth in human form, teaches us to pray for the coming of God’s kingdom. This Advent, don’t just look … Continue reading
Thine Is the Kingdom
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. It’s how we end the Lord’s Prayer. It seems only right to start the Advent season with the same words: Thine is … Continue reading
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God’s People
St. Augustine was a deep thinker and a great writer. A rather wild child, he came to Christ in his thirties. His written legacy (more than 5 million words) still speaks to our souls. Let the just rejoice, … Continue reading
Your People
Think for a moment of your people, the folks who’ve had a part in your faith journey: Your ancestors–from Adam to your parents. The dear saints who founded the church where you worship. Everyone who taught you … Continue reading
Those People
Luke 2:10 (VOICE) Don’t be afraid! Listen! I bring good news, news of great joy, news that will affect all people everywhere. All people. Everywhere. Including folks on the other side of the political aisle. Drug dealers. Cranky … Continue reading
All People
It’s the last week of Advent. Let’s look at the least phrase of our verse: Luke 2:10 (NLV) The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. See! I bring you good news of great joy which is for all … Continue reading
Sheer Joy
Looking ahead to eternal joy: Isaiah 65:17-19 (TPT) Look! I am creating entirely new heavens and a new earth! They will be so wonderful that no one will even think about the old ones anymore! As you wait for … Continue reading
Transforming Joy
John 16:22 (NET) So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you. God makes the difference! Turn us, O Lord, from glum … Continue reading