Jesus said, “You must be prepared. The Son of Man is coming at a time you do not know.” Matthew 23.44 Advent is time of remembering God’s fidelity and God’s desires for relationship with God’s people. We are pregnant with the Spirit and in labor to bring God’s kingdom to birth among us. Now isContinue reading “Gospel Reflection for December 1st, 1st Sunday of Advent”
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Gospel Reflection for December 16, 2012, 3rd Sunday of Advent
Crowds gathered to hear John the Baptist’s message of repentance. John told them, “Let people with two coats give to people who have none. People who have lots of food should do the same.” Luke 3.11 In Sunday’s gospel John the Baptist insists his hearers must focus and change their daily lives before they receiveContinue reading “Gospel Reflection for December 16, 2012, 3rd Sunday of Advent”
Gospel Reflection for December 2, 2012, 1st Sunday of Advent
Jesus is warning his followers about the frightening natural events that will accompany the return of Son of Man. When these things happen, stand straight and lift up your heads for your redemption is near at hand. Luke 21.28 In verses we hear this Sunday, Jesus talks about fear, foreboding, and signs in the heavensContinue reading “Gospel Reflection for December 2, 2012, 1st Sunday of Advent”