Advent, the Christian season that starts the Christian calendar and focuses on the coming of Jesus, starts today! Throughout Advents (ending on Christmas Day), I’m posting thoughts about the coming of Jesus and explaining some things about Christmas that might not be clear to you.Have you ever wondered why Jesus is referred to as the son of David in the … Read More
What is Advent?
Advent is the season of expectant preparation that involves the four Sundays before Christmas and Christmas Day itself. Advent literally means “coming”. It involves reading scripture, prayer, and often the lighting of candles. This coming Sunday it will begin and we will be encouraging our congregation to begin a period of Bible reading and prayer in a way to mark … Read More
How My Family Celebrates Advent
Do you suppose the angels in the sky looked at all like this picture on the night Jesus was born? The following is a guest post from my lovely wife about how my family celebrates the season! Advent is a word that has many different meanings to just as many people. For some, it is a season of the church … Read More
Celebrating Advent with Your Family
My wonderful wife, Tracy Bradford, has written more on the subject of celebrating Advent with children. Full of practical ideas fueled by spiritual consideration, take some time to see what’s here! ______________________ I remember the first time that my husband and I sat with our two small boys to officially celebrate the Advent season 13 years ago. I had made … Read More
5 Strategies for Weathering Seasons of Disappointment
Here is #26 of 31 Questions in 31 Days! To learn more about this 31 Day series, just search “31 Questions” in the search bar above or click here!Q #26: How can I get through a season of crushing disappointment?A: Disappointment visits everyone’s life from time to time.When that person you admired has a personal scandal exposed to the whole world.When that … Read More
5 Keys for Unlocking the Parables
Here is #22 of 31 Questions in 31 Days! To learn more about this 31 Day series, just search “31 Questions” in the search bar above or click here! Q #23: Since Jesus taught a lot with parables, what can you tell me about how to understand them? A: If you research them on the internet, you’ll find a LOT of ideas about … Read More