Because of our God’s merciful compassion,
the dawn from on high will visit us to shine on those who live in darkness
and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.
—Luke 1:78–79
Almighty God, You have poured upon us the new light of
Your incarnate Word: Grant that this light, enkindled in our
hearts, may shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our
Lord, who lives and reigns with You, in the unity of the Holy
Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
–The Book of Common Prayer
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As I sit hear by the Christmas tree I’m hearing the sounds of First Responders in this quiet neighborhood praying for them on this First Sunday after Advent. My headache I woke up with can’t compare to those sounds and the people waiting for them. .
Recovering from surgery forced me to be physically still in this busy season…so thankful for this study helping to bring stillness to my heart, as well. What a sweet advent! It was so fun to see all the places you live! Merry Christmas (a day late) from CO!
I don’t think I’ll ever get over this study. So beautiful and so much TRUTH that I want to remember all year round.
Oh Incarnate Word sent by a compassionate and Merciful God to light our path to peace. Happy Sunday She’s. May your worship this morning be blessed
Maria and Eva-Marie, your words echo my feelings so perfectly! My daughters COVID symptoms seem to have stopped worsening and we’re praying she’ll start feeling better today. May we all get some much needed rest today and have plenty of leftovers for our families!
Amen!
And, yes, Maria, I feel the stillness, the peace, the comfort of abiding in the presence of the Light of the World. This advent season the Holy Spirit has settled something in me: the beautiful reality that Jesus has broken through the darkness of this world and NOTHING can overcome His beautiful light.
Thank you SRT staff for bringing forth God’s Word this Advent. And thank you Shes for sharing and praying. This community is a treasure!
Amen!
And, yes, Maria, I feel the stillness, the peace, the comfort of abiding in the presence of the Light of the World. This advent season the Holy Spirit has settled something in me: the beautiful reality that Jesus has broken through the darkness of this world and NOTHING can overcome His beautiful light.
This study has been amazing – thank you SRT