A LIGHT FOR REVELATION

Simeon took [Jesus] in his arms and praised God, saying, “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.”Luke 2:28-32 Friday, February 2, theContinueContinue reading “A LIGHT FOR REVELATION”

WAIT, WEIGHT

 “Bless the Lord God of Israel    because he has come to help and has delivered his people. He has raised up a mighty savior for us in his servant David’s house,     just as he said through the mouths of his holy prophets long ago. He has brought salvation from our enemies    and from the power of all those who hateContinueContinue reading “WAIT, WEIGHT”

LIFTING UP THE LOWLY

[God] has shown strength with his arm;   he has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts.He has brought down the powerful from their thrones,   and lifted up the lowly;he has filled the hungry with good things,   and sent the rich away empty[Luke 1:51-53 NRSV] One of the most impactful essays I’ve ever readContinueContinue reading “LIFTING UP THE LOWLY”