ADVENT REFLECTIONS ON SCRIPTURE
December 22
Matthew 1:18–25
As Advent draws to a close, we focus on the birth of
Jesus. Joseph’s role in the birth and life of Jesus is often
speculated, but one thing is sure – he trusted God’s will
and stood by Mary during a difficult time in her life.
Joseph provides a home and family for Jesus, an example
that all of us can learn from today. And Joseph’s trust in
God’s message from a dream shows us how God can communicate with us and give us direction and guidance.
As we welcome our Saviour into the world, may we also
welcome God’s guidance in our lives.
This week as your to-do list grows longer in the lead-up
to Christmas, pause for 10 minutes each day to read the
focus scripture and think of the ways God is present in
your life and even in your dreams.
Seasons of the Spirit™ SeasonsFUSION Advent • Christmas • Epiphany 2013–2014 Copyright © Wood Lake Publishing Inc. 2013, P. 8
