1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Question for reflection: How has God surprised you lately? How has that surprise changed you? Prayer for the day: Surprising God, turn my casual regard for daily living toward alert expectation that things can and will be different. Startle me out of my complacency and make me attentive to sharper ways
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‘Immanuel’: God with us
Isaiah 7:13-14 Question for Reflection: What does the gift of “God with us,” Emmanuel, Jesus, mean to you? Prayer for the day: God, we have anticipated this day for weeks now, building expectation through Advent worship, devotional study, decorating, gift buying, serving our neighbor, food preparation, sending cards and so much more. On this day