Family Advent Devotions
Week 2– Peace (Scene 4)
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Nothing Can Separate Us from Christ
Luke 2:8-21; Romans 8 and Philippians 4:1-9, Isaiah 65:17-25
Advent reminds us of the peace that is found through obedience and life lived with freedom in Jesus. These verses remind us of the reassurance we find when we follow God’s guidance and pursue Jesus with all our hearts. His peace is stronger than the troubles of this world. Even when sin, suffering, and other things are against us, God is with us — the inseparable Immanuel — providing us with complete freedom. Notice how the shepherds, Joseph, Mary, and Paul show an “all in” mentality as they fully commit to God.
It’s amazing to think that such a powerful and beautiful Spirit lives in us and that we can find peace in our minds at any time the more we learn to trust in Jesus fully. And if our minds are set on Jesus, we will naturally and lovingly follow His commandments and feel a deep connection with Him.
This deep connection and the hope of His return give us incredible endurance and strength. It’s interesting to think that all creation around us cannot wait for Jesus to return —and we can join creation in that anticipation! Isaiah 65 is a glimpse of God’s final and eternal kingdom. God’s people will be at peace from threats, at peace with each other, and live in a world where even the animals are at peace with each other. The fulfillment of this incredible promise began on the night Jesus was born, and the angels sang, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased” (Luke 2:14).
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It is important that in all these Old Testament promises about the coming of the Messiah, God’s people are facing enemies and an uncertain future. Every time, they need hope. In each passage we read, God promises His people that he will bring them salvation by the birth of their Messiah. The New Testament takes these important passages and reminds us of them at the birth of Jesus Christ.
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