Lucas 1:5

We’re filled with anticipation as we lean into this season of celebration with the intention of tuning into the heart of God. Join us for 4 weeks as we: Behold Beauty, Break Barriers, Make Room, and are Surprised by God. Like all the best stuff in life, this journey is best taken with others—so grab a friend or two and your sense of wonder and roll into the Advent Season.

Esse é o segundo de uma série que chamei de Sermões Escolhidos. Esses, que apresento agora, são cinco deles que escrevi e agora compartilho.

In Charles Wesley’s famous Christmas hymn, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus,” we sing that Jesus is the joy of every longing heart. This Advent, discover how the divine orchestration of human events and various responses to his coming, exposes the longing of our hearts. From kings and rulers to shepherds and expectant virgins, Jesus’ advent reveals what we treasure. Find him the joy of your heart this Christmas.

Mais que figuras em um presépio, a história do primeiro Natal — a história do nascimento de Jesus — apresenta alguns personagens que, mesmo sem nome, são importantes. É por meio deles que a narrativa bíblica se desenvolve e o plano de Deus para salvar a humanidade é cumprido.