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The scriptures we share in church during Advent (like Mark 13:32-37), encourages us to keep awake and alert. So, this is not a passive waiting that we are called to during this time of year. We are encouraged to awaken our slumbering spirits and re-focus ourselves through prayer, reading, reflection, meditation, service and any other way we connect to the Divine alive within us.

Of course, all of this is not just a seasonal activity but a life long journey. Advent is simply a special reminder of our call to live our lives with the expectation that God’s love will come alive in all we do. This sort of living cannot be done quickly, but with patience and purpose. As someone said once, “let us approach Christmas with an expectant hush, rather than a last-minute rush.” Easier said then done, but so important in all the days of our lives.

So, as we move through this season of Advent, lighting the candles of Hope, Love, Joy and Peace, feel these lights shining within you. And join with our church family in the journey of Advent. As you put together your “to do” list or your “gift” list, add to them a gift for yourself of taking time to worship, study, connect, and serve so that you awaken to the Christmas that is in you, and to the ways God’s love comes alive in each of our days.

See you in church.