Parents plan
for it. Churches celebrate it. Stores open their doors early for it. Children
long all year for it for it.
December
25 - the most anticipated day of the year.
The
Historical Expectation and Anticipation of Christmas
Historically,
believers in God are marked with expectation and anticipation.
- Abraham and Sarah waited for God to fulfill His promise to give them a son.
- David longed for a temple for
Jehovah in Jerusalem.
- The magi followed a star, expecting the celestial sign to take them to the King of the Jews.
Since the ascension of Jesus Christ, believers have awaited His return. The Greek word parousia means "coming" or "arrival." The New Testament uses the word 17 times to describe the second coming of Christ.
Advent: The
Coming of Christ
For
Christians, Advent specifically signifies the four weeks leading up to
Christmas day.
W. T. Ellis
said, "It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air."
Read my entire article here at Lifeway Christian Resources.
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