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Tag Archives: Advent
Season of Peace?
The fourth Advent candle stands for peace. The world needs more peace I just want to live in peace What I’d give for a little peace and quiet One of the names for the Messiah is … Continue reading
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Tagged Advent, peace, Prince of Peace
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Joy Full
Forget about that old half empty/half full thing. John 15:11 (ESV) These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. Not half-full or half-empty. Joy full. Joy … Continue reading
Complete Joy
Philippians 2:2 (NIV) Make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. Paul got that one right. Nothing squashes joy like an argument. I feel the tension of my … Continue reading
Season of Joy
Where do you see the joy in Christmas? Music: Joy to the World! Shared times with family and friends Getting (or giving) the perfect gift Good news announced by angels We associate the angels with joy. … Continue reading
Season of Preparation (Friday)
Surprise! You are not the only one preparing. While you have (hopefully) been preparing the way for the Lord, the Lord has been preparing a way for you. Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) For we are God’s handiwork, created in … Continue reading
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Season of Preparation (Thursday)
My prayers have power to change the world. If I truly believe that (and I should), it will change my prayers. Prepare to pray. Prepare for change.
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Tagged Advent, prayer, preparation
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Season of Preparation (Wednesday)
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Season of Preparation (Tuesday)
The best-known account of Christ’s birth (Luke 2) starts with the words, “And it came to pass.” Paul used similar words: Galatians 4:4 (NKJV) But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His … Continue reading
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Season of Preparation
How are you preparing for Christmas? Decorating—tree, lights, all color-coordinated Shopping! Gotta find something for everyone Baking all the usual favorites The second Advent candle is said by some to represent love; others say it is the … Continue reading
Season of Hope (Friday)
See some folks looking a bit glum or stressed out? Pray some hope into their Advent season: Oh Lord God, what a grump! Grant him a glimpse of your plans for for him, your plans … Continue reading