The Christ of Christmas: Readings for Advent

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“John was like us. We, too, have been born to bear witness of that light.” (source)

“We cannot focus on His greatness and our depression at the same time. If we remain focused on how bad we feel, we will be unable to concentrate on the Savior. But focus on His greatness and you will find it impossible to dwell on your own painful circumstances.” (source)

“God will never hold us accountable for being ineffective in pointing the way. But He will hold us accountable for our cowardly silences.” (source)

“Even angels cannot explain the mysteries that underlie the miracles. We must learn to relax and trust the inscrutable God. For mystery is the heart of faith!” (source)

“nothing that brings ultimate meaning to our lives is explainable” (source)