Let the season begin!  The title of this blog is written in Latin meaning, Arrival of the Lord. Advent, in many Christian denominations, is recognized as the four Sundays leading up to Christmas.  Great anticipation during this season is sometimes displayed with Advent wreaths and the lighting of the four candles surrounding the wreath.  Beautifully creative Advent calendars may also hang in many homes.  Anticipation permeates the Advent season. 

How blessed are we, our Lord loves us so unconditionally!  His arrival was prophesized by the prophets for many, many years.  Kings knew about the rumblings of a new and holy king’s pending birth.  God in His wisdom blessed Mary and Joseph as they began preparations for His Divine Son’s birth.

Don’t allow the busyness of the commercial holiday to thwart your plans of Advent.  Feel the anticipation building each week for the grand celebration of our Savior’s birth.  As Mary and Joseph prepared for Jesus’ birth, use the weeks of Advent to prepare your heart and mind in reflective thoughts for the coming of our Lord.

Jill