The Savior Who Comes Near: Intro

 

In the midst of full schedules, noisy distractions, and uncertain seasons, something deep within us longs to slow down. We crave more than just rest. We crave reconnection, a moment of stillness, and a sense of God’s presence that reminds us we’re not alone.*

 This quote is from the introduction of this year's Love God Greatly Advent study, The Savior Who Comes Near. It resonated deeply with me, and if it resonates with you as well, you might want to consider joining me in studying this Advent season! I'll be starting on Monday, November 24th and following along for four weeks, until Friday, December 19th. Knowing me, though, my posts will be sprinkled with a little of this and that added in, so they might continue right up till Christmas or beyond. If you'd like to stay on track with this one, consider picking up your own copy - either physical or digital - or downloading the app. 

 The focus of this study is on how Jesus comes near to us. The first week we'll look at how He came near in the manger and the miracle of His birth. The second week's focus is on how He came near to sinners, looking at the heart of His mission. The third week we'll consider how He came near to the cross, the reason He was born. And finally, in the fourth week we'll read about when He will come near again and rejoice in the hope of His return. 

 This is a very different Advent study, and I think it will pair very well with the biblical overview we had in From Beginning to Forever. I'm looking forward to preparing my heart for Christmas by getting into His Word daily and learning about the Savior who comes near!

Here's the Thing: As you join me in this study I pray that, "you’ll be reminded of the beautiful truth that you are not alone."*

* From the introduction to The Savior Who Comes Near from Love God Greatly 

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