ANTICIPATING THE ARRIVAL OF HOPE (3)
TIMES OF REFRESHING ONLINE DAILY DEVOTIONAL www.thefountspring.org
DATE: SATURDAY, 9 DECEMBER 2023
Advent is not a passive waiting; it is a hallowed anticipation, a deliberate preparation of our hearts for the arrival of the One who brings redemption and grace. It prompts us to examine our hearts, fostering a spirit of repentance and preparation for the arrival of the Savior. It’s a time to make room for Christ in our lives.
SCRIPTURE: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a Son, and will call him Immanuel.” — Isaiah 7:14 (NIV)
REFRESHING FOR THE DAY: Above all, Advent is a season of joyful expectation. As we wait for Christ’s coming, our hearts are filled with joy, knowing that the One who is faithful will soon arrive. As we journey through the season, let us not merely commemorate the historical event of Christ’s birth, but let us immerse ourselves in the promise of hope that it represents. Stay Refreshed!
NOTE THIS: Advent is not a passive waiting; it is a hallowed anticipation, a deliberate preparation of our hearts for the arrival of the One who brings redemption and grace.
RESPONSIBILITY: So, beloved, let’s embrace this season of advent with expectation.
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, as we journey through the season of advent, fill our hearts with joyful expectation. Help us to await the celebration of Christ’s birth with hope and anticipation, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
PROPHETIC WORD: As we anticipate the celebration of Christ’s birth, may the hope that go beyond circumstances fill our hearts, in the name of Jesus’ Amen!
BIBLE TEXTS: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:23
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