Advent: Surprise

In this season of Advent we contemplate two things at once - the first coming of Christ and the second. Throughout Scripture we see that both come as a surprise.  And in fact - all of God's activity in the world has been surprising.  The Christian life isn't a life of calculating but a life of wonder at the comedy of grace. God wants to take us on a trust journey of partnership to see his outrageous goodness manifested in our world. May this season of Advent let the "yes" of Mary rise up in your heart, and may the love of Christ overflow in you and produce the kingdom around you.   Link to Sermon Guide & Activations: 12.15.24 Sermon Guide