Iona Sunset August2008tover2008"Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear perceived,
no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him."
Isaiah 64:4
Today begins the beginning of the Christian Church season of Advent. Advent literally means coming - and specifically is referring here to Christ's second 'coming' - His return.
And as the prophet Isaiah provides a word of hope as we wait,
we can be encouraged despite the difficulties we sometimes face.
This week has been both a time of great sadness and a time of great joy for me. Two young people that had touched my life were killed in a car accident and when this happens it is very difficult to remain hopeful as life serves a large dose of 'futlity' on our plate. And yet other young lives close to me are experiencing joyful celebration as their lives slowly unfold with much excitement and anticipation of wonderful times ahead. Our lives are a constant juxtaposition of sadness & joy, dark & light, fear & happiness. May you be encouraged by these words as you carry out your own personal Advent destiny revealling itself in your life.
IonasunsetAugusttover2008
'Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things.' St Paul from the New Testament
In activating the highest values, you also activate your highest potential.
p119 Stephanie Dowrick
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