01.01.04. FIRST WEDNESDAY OF ADVENT

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF ADVENT Read Genesis 3:14-15 And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.

Advent intentionally brings us to this passage, for it is the promise of God fulfilled in Jesus that has brought light into our darkness. This promise has made victors off those under the curse! We light candles to remind us of each promise. Advent would be a meaningless exercise and a candle lighting farce were it not for the promises of God.

Those who held to this Old Testament promise anticipated the birth of the one who would crush the serpents head once and for all. With the promises given to us and the personal knowledge of Jesus, the anticipation grows in our hearts that one day, He is going to come again!

Spend time praying today about the impact your life has on those closest to you. Would others know that you are investing time into the lives of our loved ones, spouses, children, or parents?

Lord, save us from offering prayers such as this one: God, the best was taken first by other demands. I’ve got a small stable you can have. Is that good enough? I’ll try to make room for you tomorrow. You understand, don’t you? Let me know if you need anything, okay? Okay.