Advent Devotionals


Agents of Shalom

by: Michael Benson

If entropy is everything falling apart, shalom is everything made whole, and Jesus is the Prince of Peace (Shalom).

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Psalm 121

by: Michael Benson

On this Sabbath, take comfort in the knowledge that following the way of Jesus is difficult, but we may always find rest in him.

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Action/Reaction

by: Michael Benson

Choosing the easier way, even when it seems to be righteous, is not always the best way.

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In the Midst

by: Michael Benson

“In light of God’s Kingdom ministry, the right thing may not always be the safe thing.”

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Hope over Cynicism

by: Michael Benson

What would it look like instead if we chose to seek out and look for the good – to let hope and love and mercy guide our steps rather than our cynical hearts?

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Love of Enemy

by: Michael Benson

Loving others in the general sense is not the identifier of our relationship with God; to be known as children of God, we must love those who despise us.

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Spiritual Palmar Reflex

by: Michael Benson

God wants all parts of us, not just the ones we are comfortable giving up to him.

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Holy Sanctuaries

by: Michael Benson

No longer would God only dwell within a building, no matter how beautifully crafted; he now dwells in and among his people, regardless of their flaws.

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