by Kit | Dec 8, 2016 | Advent Reflections
Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews?” —Matthew 2:1–2 Is it possible to pity and envy someone at the same time? He caught my eye...
by Kit | Dec 7, 2016 | Advent Reflections
The angel said, “Don’t be afraid. I’m here to announce a great and joyful event that is meant for everybody, worldwide: A Savior has just been born in David’s town, a Savior who is Messiah and Master. This is what you’re to look for: a baby wrapped in a blanket and...
by Kit | Dec 5, 2016 | Advent Reflections
He has brought down the mighty from their thrones and exalted those of humble estate. -Luke 1:52 How radical, how counter-cultural that God’s place of honor is not in the headlines. Or in the Oval Office. Or on the cover of People magazine. Lord, just...
by Kit | Dec 4, 2016 | Advent Reflections, Pin-couragement
I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Psalm 27:13 It’s been the best of times; it’s been the worst of times. Okay, I realize I’m mixing my Dickens references, but after a year marked...
by Kit | Dec 3, 2016 | Advent Reflections, Pin-couragement
Who am I that you would come to me, Lord? In the Christmas narrative, Mary, overcome by a growing understanding that she carries the savior of the world in her teenage womb, bursts out in reverent song. She begins “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit...
