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Preparing our hearts: Why do we celebrate Advent?
Advent literally means the arrival. However, this is no ordinary home from seeing Aunt Marge arrival. The meaning here is that the arrival is one of a notable or special person. Christ's arrival on earth was much anticipated, but few noticed the Advent of Christ.
Today we begin to prepare our hearts for the celebration and joy of the season. I encourage you as we read to begin to reflect in your own heart the arrival of Christ. What has His arrival meant in your life?
Historically, Advent was celebrated first with a time of penitence and fasting. A time of remembrance that the purpose of Jesus’ coming into the world, of the "Word made flesh" and dwelling among us, is to reveal God and His grace to the world through Jesus’ life and teaching, but also through his suffering, death, and resurrection. As Advent neared Christmas, or the birth of Christ, the celbration focused more on the joy of a new born child bringing the Good News to earth.
Join us in reading as we anticipate the arrival of Christ through His Word. If you don't already have reading plan, there is one available on the website. Just click on Advent Reading and download yours today.
May God Bless the reading of His Word as we prepare our hearts.
