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Waiting for Jesus

When I was pregnant with my first child, I did what many expectant moms do—I waited with excitement and hope for my baby. I learned that the deep sense of expectant waiting that I felt during pregnancy had a name and a season in the Christian world: Advent.

Whereas Christmas is the fulfillment of God’s promises, the weeks of Advent are the symbol of our hopeful expectation of God coming to us to fulfill His promises. These weeks can teach us so much about what it means to follow God—in the best and worst of times.

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Delight and Dread During the Holidays
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

Delight and Dread During the Holidays

Holidays with the family can be wonderful and hard. How can Christians cling to Christ when the thought of family is challenging or when we’re tempted to idolize it?

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Advent Prayer Guide

Whatever resource you choose, spend time during this month of December reflecting on the wonderful and mysterious gift of the Word becoming flesh and dwelling among us.

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An Unappreciated Gift
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

An Unappreciated Gift

In the noise the world creates during this season, don’t make the mistake of overlooking and under-appreciating the joy of the gift that is our Savior, Jesus.

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How to Care for Someone Walking Through Trauma
Marie Burrus Marie Burrus

How to Care for Someone Walking Through Trauma

The Church walks with people in all seasons of life—especially some of the lowest. How can you care for others and yourself as you minister to those experiencing physical or emotional trauma?

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