Advent Means the Coming of Jesus

During the Advent season (note that I didn't say "holiday" or even "Christmas"), we wait for the coming of Jesus. Because of the church calendar, we celebrate the beginning of the year by recognizing the significance of when God became a man. Of course, Jesus will come again, and his second coming (his second "advent") we also anticipate.

So the entire season is about anticipation of God's presence in and amongst us. We Americans have messed that up significantly. We overload on debt, busyness, stress, and insignificance while God wants to choose to reside in our midst. But like the smallness of a little baby born in a cave in Bethlehem, we miss Him. We dont' see God.

Don't miss God this Advent season. If you live in Denver, one way you can catch a glimpse of God is to join my church, Cherry Creek Presbyterian, in our journey back to 1st century Bethlehem. There are plenty of activities associated with our Journey to Bethlehem: fair trade practices, a Christmas concert, and a re-creation of 1st century Bethlehem.

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