But he was wounded for our transgressions;
he was crushed for our iniquities;
upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace,
and with his stripes we are healed. - Is. 53:5
Week Three of Advent leads us to think about not only the birth and incarnation of Christ, but also his Atoning death on the Cross. Why did Jesus come? Why would God wrap himself in flesh, submit himself to suffering and humble himself even to die on a tree for a sinner as vile as myself? Because of the the great love with which he love me from eternity. Because he is merciful and gracious, forgiving, steadfast and abounding in grace. He has been wounded for MY sin, crushed for MY betrayal, carried my shame and guilt to the cross and took the wrath and justice of God upon himself for his people whom though they have all gone astray are pursued, rescued and forever loved and free from sin and death to live with him in love with him.
Thank you Jesus - Amen
Sunday December 14
Isaiah 49:1-7; 50:4-11 – Servant of Kings, Sustainer
Of the Weary
Monday December 15
Isaiah 52:13-53:12 – Suffering Servant and Lamb
Of God
Tuesday December 16
Jeremiah 23:1-6, 33:14-19 – Righteous Branch
Wednesday December 17
Ezekiel 34:1-31 – The Good Shepherd
Thursday December 18
Daniel 7:9-14 & Micah 5:2-5a – The Son of Man
And Ruler from Bethlehem
Friday December 19
Zechariah 9:9-10; 12:10-13:1 – King on a Donkey
And Pierced Firstborn
Saturday December 20
Malachi 3:1-4, 4:1-6 – Covenant Messenger and
Sun of Righteousness
