Devotion:
Read John 1:1-5.
Today we begin the Season of Advent and the journey toward Christmas. This is also the beginning of the year on the ecumencial calendar of the Church. We start all over in telling the story of Jesus Christ. That story begins with the anticipation and preparation for him coming into the world.
The Gospel of John gives us no Christmas story. No shepherds or wise men or angels. No Mary and Joseph. No baby or manger or Bethlehem. As this writer begins to tell the story of Jesus, he has a much bigger picture in mind. He wants us to know that Jesus Christ did not begin as a baby in Bethlehem, but has existed since the beginning of time. This was and is the Word who is God coming to be with us. This is the One through whom all things were made, who came to bring life and light to all the world. One of the most beautiful verses in all of the Bible is this: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
With all that we have dealt with this year, it is such good news to be reminded that our God has (and continues to) overcome the darkness. This Jesus who came among us has existed since the beginning of time, as One with this God. Be assured that no matter what darkness you may have to deal with, God has already overcome it and can give you all you need to overcome it as well. Thanks be to God!
Personal Worship Option:
What is your favorite Christmas song that relates to life or light? Let it be a point of focus for you during this Season of Advent.
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