From Isaiah 9:2: “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness—on them light has shined.”
Awaiting salvation
Praying for His coming
Lord, Savior, Prince of Peace
Crowning hope’s homecoming
Seeking mercy’s refuge
Praying for faith to speak
Rock built with God’s goodness
Boosting hope, small and weak
Sharing God’s depth of love
Praying for grace-filled news
His assurance sows trust
Walking in hope’s new shoes
Inviting our wonder
Praying hearts, blessed with praise
Darkness fades, peace arrives
Lighting hope’s steadfast blaze
One of Advent’s most enduring hymns is “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel”. The original text was composed in Latin during the 12th century. In 1861, English priest and scholar John Mason Neale translated the lyrics into what many Christian recognize and sing today.
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What a blessing!
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Amen! Jim, thank you for sharing your affirmation of the hope’s arrival.
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One of the hymns I look forward to annually!
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Vickie, thanks for sharing. I enjoy this hymn as well.
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You nailed it! “ God’s goodness
Boosting hope, small and weak”
Making it stronger! Praise God! Happy Advent season to you, Richard.
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Jan, thank you for sharing your kind words of affirmation. Blessings to you and Bob this Advent season.
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Thank you very much, {{{Richard}}} ❤️
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Eileen, thank you so much for sharing this Advent poem with your readers.
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