As the Day Begins The promise of Emmanuel—“God with us”—is not merely a poetic expression reserved for Christmas liturgy, nor is it a fleeting moment in redemptive history that God later set aside. It is, rather, a decisive and eternal commitment made by God to humanity. “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign.Continue reading “Emmanuel Forever Shares Our Flesh”
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Emmanuel Still With Us, Even Now
As the Day Ends As Advent draws our attention toward the mystery of God with us, evening becomes a fitting hour to linger over what that truth truly means. Isaiah’s promise, “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14), is not only a prophecy fulfilled inContinue reading “Emmanuel Still With Us, Even Now”
As the Day Ends
God Dwelling Among UsEzekiel 37:27 – “My dwelling place shall be with them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” As the light fades and we prepare to rest, Ezekiel 37:27 offers a promise that steadies our hearts and renews our peace: “My dwelling place shall be with them, andContinue reading “As the Day Ends”
The Original Is Always Best
No Christmas story will ever surpass the original. Each December, we’re reintroduced to the classic movies: It’s a Wonderful Life, A Christmas Story, The Polar Express, Elf, The Santa Clause, Miracle on 34th Street, A Christmas Carol, White Christmas. In the midst of our chaotic, frenzied, and confused world, they can be a welcome distraction.Continue reading “The Original Is Always Best”