Dear Friends,
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before you as people rejoice at the harvest, as warriors rejoice when dividing the plunder.
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever. The zeal of the LORD Almighty will accomplish this. - Isaiah 9:2-3,6-7
Through Advent we are reminded that we do not just wait for a little toy baby to end up in the crib services on Christmas Day, but rather we wait for the coming of something truly amazing; God’s kingdom. A place where peace rules, where justice and mercy roll like a river, a place where there is no more sadness, illness and no death. God’s kingdom is given through the Prince of Peace, Jesus. So, ‘Come, let us adore him!’ as we sing carols, hear the story of his birth, and enjoy some wonderful community events this Christmas time!
Love and blessings,
Grant
