Day 8: Second Sunday of Advent “But they were childless because Elizabeth was not able to conceive, and they were both very old…Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion 'The Lord has done this for me,’ she said. ‘In these days he has shown his favor and taken away my disgrace among the … Continue reading Finding Hope: Elizabeth
Read: Ephesians 4:1-6 “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body … Continue reading Day 7 Reading
Read: James 3:13-17 "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such “wisdom” does not come down from … Continue reading Day 6 Reading
Read: Colossians 3:15-17 “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God … Continue reading Day 5 Reading
Read: John 14:1, 1 Peter 5:6-7 John 14:1 “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me.” 1 Peter 5:6 “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” Reflect: What do … Continue reading Day 4 Reading
Read: John 14:25-27 “All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give … Continue reading Day 3 Reading
Read: Romans 5:1-2; Colossians 1:19-22 “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God.” (Romans 5:1 ) “For God … Continue reading Day 2 Reading
Day 1: First Sunday of Advent “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.” (Isaiah 9:6) There was a telling headline in a newspaper not that long ago: … Continue reading Finding Peace: Isaiah
In my childhood, one of the greatest moments of anticipation was Christmas. I couldn’t wait for the chance to decorate, eat Christmas cookies, and, of course, open presents on Christmas Day. Every Christmas Eve I struggled to go to bed, and was usually the first one up to see what was waiting under the tree. The anticipation and wonder … Continue reading Introduction
This year, as a part of the season of Advent, we at Eastbrook Church wrote an Advent Devotional to be used alone or in conjunction with an Advent Wreath. Advent is a four-week season of heart-preparation and thoughtful recalibration as we draw near to Christmas. First, we enter into the longing of God’s people, Israel, as they … Continue reading The Devo Begins Sunday, December 2
Advent 2018 