John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins.Mark 1:4 Wednesday, December 18, 2024Isaiah 9:8-17 2 Peter 2:1-10aMark 1:1-8 For Christians, the birth of Christ a very important and special event. But it should be pointed out that only the Gospels of Matthew and Luke provide usContinueContinue reading “ADVENT DAY EIGHTEEN”
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ADVENT DAY SEVENTEEN
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light;those who lived in a land of deep darkness— on them light has shined.isaiah 9:2 Tuesday, December 17, 2024Isaiah 9:1-72 Peter 1:12-21Luke 22:54-69 Those who live in a rural area perhaps are more familiar with dark nights. But those who live in an urban areaContinueContinue reading “ADVENT DAY SEVENTEEN”
ADVENT DAY SIXTEEN
“Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me; yet, not my will but yours be done.”Luke 22:42 Monday, December 16, 2024Isaiah 8:16-9:12 Peter 1:1-11Luke 22:39-53 The above Gospel reading from Matthew, which takes place as Jesus is about to be arrested, seems an odd choice for Advent. Yet that is the way theContinueContinue reading “ADVENT DAY SIXTEEN”