Advent Devotions
All are invited as we Make Room this Advent season.
The Greatest Gift of All
Today’s author is Prince of Peace member, Enna Wold.
When I was a child, Christmas was always a very magical time. I remember one Christmas in particular that stands out vividly in my memory. It was a cold December morning, and our house was filled with the scent of pine from the Christmas tree. While wrapped up in the excitement of gifts, my parents reminded me that Christmas was not just about receiving gifts but about celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and the love and joy He brought into the world.
As I tore open my presents, I found many wonderful gifts, but I had realized that not every item on my wishlist was accounted for. I felt a pang of disappointment, but I tried to hide it. I reminded myself of the true meaning of Christmas, and realized that the love of my family and the joy of being together were the greatest gifts of all.
I understood that God’s love was present in every hug, every laugh, and every moment we shared. I thanked God for blessing me with such a wonderful family and for teaching me the true spirit of Christmas. From that Christmas onward, I always remembered to cherish the love and blessings in my life, knowing that God’s presence was the greatest gift of all.
Previously…
A Good Story
Photo by Samantha Sophia on Unsplash Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Steve Sveom. “Story Matters” is the theme for our weeks in the narrative lectionary this year. Elements of a good story include characters, conflict, uncertainty, hope, and possibility. The...
Trust + Faith = Transformation
“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” – James Baldwin, author & civil rights activist.
This wisdom speaks to the heart of faith—trusting God even when the outcome remains unclear. Sarah & Abraham’s story, which we encountered in worship yesterday, reminds us that faith is not about having all the answers or seeing immediate results. Instead, it’s about staying committed to God’s vision, even when the path ahead is murky.
We’re Not Alone on this Journey
Whether we feel like we are in a season of uncertainty, like Sarah & Abraham, or standing on the threshold of new possibilities, God’s word comes to each of us with a personal invitation.
Creation and Fall
Today's author is Prince of Peace member, Paul Sponheim. Photo by Louis Maniquet on Unsplash As we read these ancient Genesis stories we know that we are standing at the very edge of time itself and we have questions. The scientists have told us of a Big Bang way,...