Thursday – December 19, 2024
"There was a man sent from God whose name was John. He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all might believe... John replied in the words of Isaiah the prophet, 'I am the voice of one calling in the wilderness, "Make straight the way for the Lord."'" (John 1:6-7, 23, NIV)
Wednesday – December 18, 2024
"I am the Lord, and there is no other; apart from me there is no God. I will strengthen you, though you have not acknowledged me... Turn to me and be saved, all you ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other." (Isaiah 45:5, 22, NIV)
Monday – December 16, 2024
"You who bring good news to Zion, go up on a high mountain. You who bring good news to Jerusalem, lift up your voice with a shout, lift it up, do not be afraid; say to the towns of Judah, 'Here is your God!' See, the Sovereign Lord comes with power, and he rules with a mighty arm. See, his reward is with him, and his recompense accompanies him." (Isaiah 40:9-10, NIV)
Third Sunday of Advent – December 15, 2024
"The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn." (Isaiah 61:1-2, NIV)
Saturday – December 14, 2024
Amos calls for justice and righteousness to flow like a mighty river. This verse underscores God's desire for His people to live justly and righteously, reflecting His character in their actions and relationships. As followers of Christ, we are called to pursue justice and righteousness, standing against oppression and advocating for those in need.