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Advent: December 16

Luke 1:46-55 is the Magnificat: the political, religious, and social manifesto that Mary, miraculously pregnant with the Son of God, declares.

Advent: December 15

While serving as a seminary professor in the city of Fresno, I endured the intense, arid heat of central California’s summer months.

Advent: December 14

When it comes to the Christmas story, there are also themes that we may not initially notice. I call it the dark side of Christmas.

Advent: December 13

At the beginning of his ministry, Jesus recited the prophet Isaiah in the synagogue to proclaim his mission on earth.

Advent: December 12

John the Baptist was a great man who spoke boldly and was unapologetic about whom he served and what he was called to.

Advent: December 11

Mark 1:1–8 tells us about the ministry of John the Baptist, the forerunner, God’s messenger, the Voice in the desert.

Advent: December 10

Waiting is hard, unless you are four-year-old Andrew at the doctor’s office. Our firstborn was prone to ear infections, so he was there a lot.

Advent: December 9

Young children have no concept of time. The child who knows that Christmas is coming goes to bed every night asking if tomorrow is Christmas.