The organ began playing “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus,” and it felt as though every note carried the weight of a prayer. Even as a child, I sensed that this hymn held something deeper than I could fully articulate. It captured both the ache of longing and the quiet joy of expectation. Two themes that sitContinue reading “Through the Hymns: Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus”
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A Merry Christmas to You
Merry Christmas, dear friends! What a beautiful time of year this is! Among the lights, the aroma of cookies, and the sound of carols, we celebrate something greater—the birth of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Over 2,000 years ago, in the quiet town of Bethlehem, God’s ultimate gift arrived in the most humble way. Jesus, theContinue reading “A Merry Christmas to You”
Traditions, Anticipation, Worship
What kinds of traditions have you had throughout the years during Christmas? Do any special memories stand out to you when this time of year comes?