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Advent Devotional – Week 1
[/nectar_highlighted_text][nectar_highlighted_text style=”full_text”]Yesterday marked the first week of Advent. A time set aside for us to turn toward reflective preparation, sacred anticipation, and a faith-stirring season rooted in the story of Jesus’ birth.
This week’s advent readings are Isaiah 1:14, John 1:14, and Psalm 46:10.
Thoughts to consider this week:
+ What am I longing, hoping, or expecting in my life for this season of Advent? Am I open to inviting God into those things?
+ How can I embrace more intentional rhythms of silence and stillness in God’s Presence?
+ Is there a time I have experienced the distinct presence of God in my life? Consider taking a few minutes to offer prayers of gratitude for God’s attentive presence to you.
We invite you to linger a little longer in stillness and silence. Consider setting a timer for 2 minutes, giving your mind and heart a moment to reflect on the prayer, questions, and scripture we just read.[/nectar_highlighted_text][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][image_with_animation image_url=”11806″ alignment=”” animation=”Fade In” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” max_width=”75%”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”25″][/vc_column][/vc_row]