The Dangers of Advent
This year Advent begins November 30th and for many of us it kicks off a season of stress, as our schedule fills up with parties, holiday shopping, decorating our living quarters, and getting everything else ready for Christmas. The danger is that all of this activity often overshadows the very person the season is all about. This certainly was the case for our family until 20 years ago when my wife and I chose to simplify our lives each December. . .
The Tender Mercy of God
In preparation for Advent, we turn to the first chapter of Luke’s gospel account and encounter the wonderful story of the priest, Zechariah. and his wife Elizabeth, both who were well along in years and had no children for Elizabeth was barren. One day while serving in the temple Zechariah encountered the angel, Gabriel, who promises his wife will bear him a son . . .