by karen_seb | Dec 18, 2016 | hope
To the highest heights of the universe, glory to God! And on earth, peace among all people who bring pleasure to God! Luke 2:14 The fourth Advent candle represents peace. Others call it the shepherd’s candle. This verse combines the two concepts beautifully....
by karen_seb | Dec 11, 2016 | hope
The deepest pains (sorrow) may linger through the night, but joy greets the soul with the smile of morning. Psalm 30:5 (Voice) Christmas time can be especially hard for those who are mourning the death of a loved one. Perhaps this is in part because we have the...
by karen_seb | Dec 4, 2016 | hope
I had had it! I felt like I was doing it all on my own – writing the children’s program at church, decorating my house and preparing for the annual Christmas party at our house. I had gone all out! There was a Christmas tree in every room. I walked through...
by karen_seb | Dec 2, 2016 | hope
Advent Journal Prompts 1 – HOPE 2 – LOVE...
by karen_seb | Dec 1, 2016 | hope
Hope is the confident expectation that good is coming no matter how dark it seems. We are living in a dark world that could easily discourage us. If this is the first Christmas without a loved one, you might be wondering how you should be feeling. Give yourself...
