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Ian

Thursday before the Fourth Sunday of Advent

Genesis 25:25-34, Exodus 15:12-18, Psalm 23 The family life of Isaac and Jacob—the patriarchs of the tribes of Israel—is not ideal. Favoritism of love is shown. Despising of family and property is displayed through hunger. This is not a family form to follow. God’s Word…

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The Second Sunday of Advent

Isaiah 9:6-7, John 8:12-19, Philippians 4:4-9 We are sheltered from the dark. For the most of us, light is but a moment away, whether it is the dining room light or a flashlight. If you've ever spent a night out in the wilderness with a…

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Monday after the First Sunday of Advent

Job 8:13-18, Psalm 62:5-8, 2 Peter 3:1-18 "…the hope of the godless will perish." Job 8:13 "Rest in God alone…for my hope comes from him." Psalm 62:5 "The Lord does not delay his promise, as some understand delay, but is patient with you, not wanting…

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The First Sunday of Advent

Psalm 25:1-10, Jeremiah 33:14-16, Luke 21:25-36 "…for you are the God of my salvation…" Psalm 51:5 "In those days and at that time, I will cause a Righteous Branch to sprout up for David, and he will administer justice and righteousness in the land. Jeremiah…

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