DAY TWENTY ONE: THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD
12/21/24
In 1 Peter 3:15, Peter calls us to “revere Christ as Lord” in our hearts, placing Him at the center of our lives. This is the foundation of our hope: a living, active relationship with Jesus, who is both Savior and King. Our hope is not abstract; it is grounded in the person of Jesus Christ and His work in our lives. Advent reminds us that this hope was not only born in a manger but was also secured on a cross and declared victorious through the resurrection. It is this hope—rooted in Christ—that we carry within us.
In this Advent season, we are reminded that Jesus came to dwell with us, and He continues to be with us in our struggles and joys alike. As His followers, we are called to live out this hope in such a way that others may be drawn to ask about the reason for our confidence and peace. We share this hope with those around us in humility and gentleness, so that instead of a confrontation of beliefs, it becomes an invitation to experience it. We don’t impose our hope on others, but extend it gently to share the joy and peace that Jesus brings in the way we live and speak.
As we anticipate the celebration of the birth of Jesus, let's remember that the hope he brings is not only meant for us to cherish, but to share with a world in need of His light.
- Jess