There is so much noise in life, and with the daily grind of life day in and day out, we can get a little lost. Our culture can seem so dark at times, with so many running here and there. Advent is about hope coming, and waiting on the Lord.
Advent is a season about waiting for the Lord. It is season of seeking Jesus. Advent is like the stones the Israelites used when they set up a stone monument after crossing the river. God did not tell the church to create advent, but perhaps the Holy Spirit secretly did. We may never know, but Advent can be like those stones; A tool to remember who God is and what he has done. Advent can be a reminder of our need, where we have come from, and where we are going. When we understand who God is and what he has done, we find direction on who we are.
There is a place for the advent lighting in the larger community, but what will you practice in a smaller community and in your home. How will you use this season to teach others about who God is? How will you use this season to climb a mountain and meet with God? Then, celebrate on the 25th of December, come back down and engage in mission work.
Advent challenges our daily grind, all is not lost. Advent reminds us that God has not left us and hope is on its way. What will you seek the Lord for this advent season?
During the advent season what might you do differently to meet with God?
How will you search the Scriptures and everyday life to find Jesus?
What advent resources have you used to help journey in this season?
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