"The celebration of Advent is possible only to those who are troubled in soul, who know themselves to be poor and imperfect, and who look forward to something greater to come." ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Things are not as they should be. There is darkness in our world as well as our hearts. The greater my awareness of my need, the greater my yearning for what is to come.
During the holiday season we look back to the gift of Emmanuel, God with us in the flesh. But we also look forward. Advent means coming, or arrival, and all of creation groans at the anticipation of His return.
May we live with the great hope of Advent all year long.
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness, a light has dawned...For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over His kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this. Isaiah 9:2, 6-7
