The Promise Unfolding
For words nearly 3,000 years old, the book of Isaiah tells a familiar story to modern ears. Isaiah proclaims to Israel a message of both judgment and hope. Corruption and injustice and rebellious human hearts have brought down God’s correction on his people. And like an ax to a tree, he means to fell their wickedness.
But that’s not the end of the story.
From the stump, a shoot will spring up. A new king, the Righteous One, who will reign with perfect love and perfect justice, forever and ever. And all nations everywhere will see his light and come to his city to worship him in peace.
How will we know this king is coming? Isaiah tells us to watch for the signs. Light fills the darkness. Mourning turns to joy. Captives go free. War comes to an end.
In our world today that has seen only glimpses of light and freedom, only moments of comfort and joy, it can be easy to give up hope. The night is long, and the suffering wearisome—but, remember, the story isn’t over yet. Look for the signs. That first Christmas, God became a child and invaded our darkness. The light has dawned, and more and more it begins to break in. To arrive. To advent.
Join us as we celebrate the fulfillment of God’s promise—the coming of Jesus!
Week 1
1 OF 4
KAILEY NEWKIRK
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
Week 2
2 OF 4
GARRY ABBOTT
DECEMBER 5, 2021
Week 3
3 OF 4
JOHNNY OUTING
DECEMBER 12, 2021
Week 4
4 OF 4
KAILEY NEWKIRK
DECEMBER 19, 2021
