Religion & Spirituality
What if I were to write down all the amazing things that God has done for others over the centuries? The list would be impressive. But would it bring us joy? Not really. Because while we can experience a certain amount of happiness for someone else’s success or when they receive an unexpected gift, joy is personal. Joy is when I receive some gift that I never expected, and more than would I ever think to ask for. That’s joy. So, what makes the angel’s announcement “good news of great joy?” Was it because Mary would have the joy of having her child. Or because the shepherds would experience the joy of God’s angel talking to them? No. It was a message of joy because Advent is God’s Story about how He saved you and me, not just them! It’s personal. This third week of Advent we will consider the Joy of this Christmas story as we consider the catalogue of things that God has done, is doing, and has promised to do for us, because of Jesus. Come and see…