Advent

This was the Second Sunday in Advent. For us Christians, this is the time of year that we prepare our hearts for the arrival of Jesus Christ, who is the "reason for the season". As our message from the pastor at our church gave us this morning, "we prepare for 'another run' at trying to be what God wants us to be." We keep getting chances to be what God wants, due to the GRACE that God gives us through Jesus Christ. For example: Wash ourselves of the old grudges that you may hold for others. Things like grudges tarnish our souls. God helps us to get rid of the grime in our souls. Our scripture this morning was from Malachi 3:1-4, if you'd like to read more.

"We have prepared our homes and our gifts, Lord, but we need help in preparing our spirits to receive your message of Peace. Free us from the stresses and strains of this time, and place your peace which passes all our understanding in or heart. For we ask this in Jesus' name. AMEN