God in Flesh Made Manifest
As we hear the stories of Jesus’s miracles and sermons and journeys and friendships and daily life, let us remember that Jesus comes not only to preach, to teach, and to heal—but also to save.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas:
Part 7 – Glorifying
In your work today, and tomorrow, and the next day, seek to love and glorify the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas: Part 6 – Returning
As you get back to work, do so glorifying and praising God for the reality of the Incarnation, for Emmanuel, God with us, the core of Christmas.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas:
Part 5 – Treasuring
Though the celebration of Christmas may be over, the wonderful reality of God coming to dwell among us remains.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas:
Part 4 – Witness
One way we respond to the wonder of Christmas is by telling others about what God has done in Jesus.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas:
Part 3 – Action
In this season of Christmas, as you reflect on the implications of the birth of Christ, be open to what God might lead you to do.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas:
Part 2 – Resolution
During the season of Christmastide, as you ponder the birth of Jesus and its meaning, ask the Lord if there is something you need to do.
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Responding to the Wonder of Christmas:
Part 1 – Fear
Hear for yourself the message of the angel, “Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people.”
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How Silently, How Silently
The birth of Jesus was quite “silent,” in the sense that it happened with almost no fanfare or human attention.
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Longing for a True King
The more we are close to those who are suffering, the more we will be drawn into the spirit of Advent.
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The Way of Peace
In Advent we will often encounter the holiday wish for “Peace on Earth.”
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The Tender Mercy of Our God
God holds you with God’s own tender mercy, embracing you with a womb-like love that will never let you go.
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The Interweaving of Time in Advent
Time is interwoven in Advent. Past, present, and future are braided together as we hope for the coming of Christ.
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Your Calling is Calling
Calling and identity are dialectical. We are called by God and we are also called by others.
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