Christians should anticipate God's return like an excited toddler waiting for his daddy's arrival at home.

Advent is well suited to grieving. The posture of waiting for the fulfillment of a promise matches the longing for the day when God will wipe away our tears. 

How often do you celebrate Jesus’ coming again–the second Advent–when, for all eternity, we will be in the very presence of God?

When Jesus tells us suffering is coming, He gets our attention. How can we obey Him and not fear?

..."Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!" ¹³And I heard...

Today is for rejoicing. The One who is seated on the throne has the last word of victory, healing, and life.

Adam’s sin still affects our world, human rebellion is rampant, and we should long for a better country.

From a very early age we yearn for the presence of loved ones who will keep us safe.

Reflections from John Piper on why Christians suffer loss.

..."Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!" ¹³And I heard...

Hope springs up at the sound of Jesus saying "I make all things new."

Day after day, we groan under the curse of sin, and yet, we do not groan like those who have no hope.

With—a short, yet powerful word that kindles some of the deepest emotions of the human heart.

Suffering will come, but Jesus says, "fear not." He has promised to give us the crown of life.

..."Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!" ¹³And I heard...