Advent - part 2.

My wife and I kept our Advent observances tonight - the theme was the birth of the Messiah.  This is a good year for Christmas - there's lots to think about and lots to do, but God is gracious in granting us a good deal of focus and perspective about the Christmas season.  I feel like our mindset is truly on Christ, and that's when the season becomes really great.  Nothing can give you an empty feeling like Christmas lights and Christmas trees when your sentiments are all misplaced.  

Tonight's Advent Scripture readings:

Isaiah 49:1-7; Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:26-2:7