Posts with the tag “devotional”

If there’s such a thing as an understated miracle, this week’s readings are full of them. Elisha’s instructions to Naaman on how to be cleansed of leprosy are so simple that he takes offense, and only...  Read More

In our gospel lesson for the fourth Sunday of Advent, John is preparing the way, calling “Make straight the way of the Lord!” Already next week is Christmas, the day we remember the amazing love of Go...  Read More

God’s message for the third Sunday in Advent is one of tenderness and comfort. God the Lord is coming to save us! Though He is mighty, He speaks tenderly and carries His lambs close to His heart. Thou...  Read More

The readings for the second Sunday in Advent are filled with encouragement and hope as we wait for Christ’s coming. They highlight the end of the world, for that is the dual nature of Advent – we look...  Read More