Posts from December 2023

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First Sunday after Epiphany – Baptism of Our Lord

by Jo Witt

Theme of the Day: Revealed As Our Substitute At His Baptism At his baptism in the Jordan River Jesus was publicly anointed with the Holy Spirit and designated by God the Father as his chosen Messiah. Thus, Jesus’ baptism was the beginning of his public ministry. Jesus’ baptism revealed that he was not just a […]

First Sunday After Christmas

by Jo Witt

Theme of the Day: Peace On Earth On Christmas Eve a choir of angels sang, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” So, where is this peace on earth? Between nations? There are always wars going on somewhere. In our country? Disagreements have only […]

Fourth Sunday in Advent

by Jo Witt

Theme of the Day: Just As God Promised In Eden, mankind fell into sin, bringing death and despair to Paradise. God immediately promised to send a Savior who would undo that devastation. This Savior would be a descendant of Adam and Eve—a human being. Century after century, through the prophets, God reiterated and expanded upon […]

Third Sunday in Advent

by Jo Witt

Theme of the Day: He Is Bringing Perfect Joy The historic Christian Church gave Latin titles to each Sunday. They titled the Third Sunday in Advent “Gaudete,” which means “Rejoice!” As we reach the midway point of Advent, we remember that when the King shall come, he will bring us perfect and everlasting joy. Joy […]

Second Sunday in Advent

by Jo Witt

Theme of the Day: Prepare to Meet Him Scriptures teach that King Jesus is the Son of God in flesh and the only hope for salvation. Jesus himself claimed that he is the only way into the glorious kingdom of heaven. You do not approach meeting someone like that casually or carelessly. You prepare meticulously. […]