Joy, or, You Brood of Vipers – Third Sunday of Advent

Lectio Divina Led by Jennifer Hosler Isaiah 12:1-6; Zephaniah 3:14-20; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:7-18 This is the third Sunday of Advent. Traditionally, the theme for this Sunday is Joy. Joy or rejoice is seen throughout several of our lectionary scriptures.   For our candle lighting, we read a passage from Isaiah, which is read today in…

Makes me Feel Some Kinda Way

Preacher: Jessie Houff Scriptures: Zephaniah 3: 14-20 & Luke 3:7-18 A little bit more frost on the grass each morning. Breathtaking, fiery red leaves cascade to the ground with every steady breeze. Winter is near.  Winter is the death that makes way for a new spring. A necessary death. A beautiful one. Sounds like Jesus. …