Have you ever thought of the Christmas season as a journey?
It certainly was for Joseph and Mary, from Nazareth to Bethlehem; for the shepherds, from their fields to the stable; for the wise men, from their home in the east to Judea. And for God's only Son, from his place in heaven to earth as a baby lying in a manger.
As you travel toward the night of nights this season, take time to consider their stories, their apprehensions, their fears, their courage, and their faith. As you Journey to Christmas, invite someone to journey with you. Traveling with friends and loved ones is always best.
What is Advent? This season of the year on the Church calendar is called Advent. Advent means coming and generally covers the four weeks before Christmas when we prepare our hearts to celebrate the coming of Christ. Advent is a time to focus our hearts more fully on Jesus and to give thanks for His coming. It is a time of repentance, cleansing, and meditation on the goodness of God. Words that mark this time are hope, joy, peace, love, waiting, and salvation.
The 25 daily Advent devotionals in Journey to Christmas will help you remember and reflect on the reason for the season. Allow God to speak into your life as you journey toward Christmas. You may discover that the journey can be as rewarding as the destination.
"For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end" (Isaiah 9: 6 7).
[Editor's comment: I found this devotional message by Dr. Mike Stewart in the archives of Hugh's News and I felt led by the Holy Spirit to share it once again with you.
You may purchase Dr. Mike Stewart's book on Amazon.Smile. It will become a keep-sake in your home.
May God bless Mike and Pam Stewart. I understand that Mike is the principal of the Christian school at Falcon Children's Home in Falcon, NC, although I have not received any official word in writing to that effect. May God bless them and the students, parents, friends, and staff associated this Christian school.
And may God bless the good people living in Falcon, NC and vicinities. May He watch over you with loving care, and protection from all harm and danger.]
It certainly was for Joseph and Mary, from Nazareth to Bethlehem; for the shepherds, from their fields to the stable; for the wise men, from their home in the east to Judea. And for God's only Son, from his place in heaven to earth as a baby lying in a manger.
As you travel toward the night of nights this season, take time to consider their stories, their apprehensions, their fears, their courage, and their faith. As you Journey to Christmas, invite someone to journey with you. Traveling with friends and loved ones is always best.
What is Advent? This season of the year on the Church calendar is called Advent. Advent means coming and generally covers the four weeks before Christmas when we prepare our hearts to celebrate the coming of Christ. Advent is a time to focus our hearts more fully on Jesus and to give thanks for His coming. It is a time of repentance, cleansing, and meditation on the goodness of God. Words that mark this time are hope, joy, peace, love, waiting, and salvation.
The 25 daily Advent devotionals in Journey to Christmas will help you remember and reflect on the reason for the season. Allow God to speak into your life as you journey toward Christmas. You may discover that the journey can be as rewarding as the destination.
"For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and the government will be on His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end" (Isaiah 9: 6 7).
[Editor's comment: I found this devotional message by Dr. Mike Stewart in the archives of Hugh's News and I felt led by the Holy Spirit to share it once again with you.
You may purchase Dr. Mike Stewart's book on Amazon.Smile. It will become a keep-sake in your home.
May God bless Mike and Pam Stewart. I understand that Mike is the principal of the Christian school at Falcon Children's Home in Falcon, NC, although I have not received any official word in writing to that effect. May God bless them and the students, parents, friends, and staff associated this Christian school.
And may God bless the good people living in Falcon, NC and vicinities. May He watch over you with loving care, and protection from all harm and danger.]