Paul references the prophet Isaiah in this text from his letter to the Roman church. “The Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations; in him the Gentiles will hope.” The hope of a Jewish prophet, written hundreds of years before, was now becoming the hope of Gentile Christians. The good news of the gospel was never meant for a limited number of people, but for all. More than twenty centuries later, this good news still changes the lives of anyone who will receive it.
On this fifth day of Advent, hope overflows, even in a dark and at times frightening world. The Holy Spirit of God is still moving among us to lead, convict, and empower. My prayer for you as you continue your Advent journey, is that you may overflow with hope for God’s love has been given for all…including you. That is good news!
Prayer: Eternal God, may the power of your Holy Spirit work within our lives that hope may indeed overflow. Amen.
Jim Abernathy
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