by Kit | Dec 13, 2016 | Advent Reflections
But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. —Luke 2:19 Between the angels and the shepherds, there’s a whole lot of praising and glorifying going on in the Christmas story. But in the center of it all we see Mary, still and...
by Kit | Dec 11, 2016 | Advent Reflections
They saw the Child with Mary His mother; and they fell to the ground and worshiped Him. Then, opening their treasures, they presented to Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. —Matthew 2:10–11 I‘ve always struggled to come up with gift ideas for my...
by Kit | Dec 10, 2016 | Advent Reflections
About that time some wise men from eastern lands arrived in Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We saw his star as it rose, and we have come to worship him.” King Herod was deeply disturbed when he heard this, as was everyone in...
by Kit | Dec 9, 2016 | Advent Reflections, Pin-couragement
“Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” —Matthew 2:2 Today I’m pondering God’s global influence to draw to himself all whose hearts are prepared. Bringing peace to those who...
by Kit | Dec 8, 2016 | Advent Reflections
Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews?” —Matthew 2:1–2 Is it possible to pity and envy someone at the same time? He caught my eye...
by Kit | Dec 7, 2016 | Advent Reflections
The angel said, “Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master. This is what you’re to look for: a baby wrapped in a blanket and...
