The Boards of Laity of the South Georgia Conference and North Georgia Conference of The United Methodist Church invite you to join in a daily devotional this Advent.
With an overall theme of Unity, we have invited United Methodist clergy and laity from across Georgia to contribute.
On day 1 of Advent, Bishop Robin Dease calls us to embrace unity during this Advent season, reminding us that Christ came to bring us together.
Despite the divisions in our world, we are called to live out God’s kingdom of peace, justice, and love by working towards unity in all aspects of life.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Ginnie Highsmith shares about an unexpended guest in worship and the chaos and joy that followed.
She reminds us that the good news of great joy is for all!
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In today's Advent devotional, Rev. Earnestine Campbell invites us to embrace Advent as the prologue to the powerful story of Christ’s birth.
Through its weekly themes of hope, peace, joy, and love, we prepare our hearts for the extraordinary gift of our Savior.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Randy Hardy reminds us of the profound humanity of Christ, who came not only as a baby but as a Savior, fully experiencing life’s joys and sorrows.
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In today's Advent devotional, Scott Cleaveland reflects on Jesus Christ as the ultimate King of Kings and Lord of Lords, whose authority surpasses all worldly power.
This Advent, we are reminded to center our lives and our churches on His sovereignty, trusting in His guidance and grace amid every challenge.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Jenn Byrd and Virginia Wilson bring a message to us from White Oak Camp Ground.
Even when life feels heavy, let’s be intentional to live with a heart full of God's joy--joy unfurled.
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In today's Advent devotional, Rev. Leigh Ann Raynor reminds us that in the Kingdom of God, the question 'Who doesn’t belong?' is invalid because Christ’s incarnation is an open invitation to all. No matter our differences, we are each invited to accept and belong in the picture of God’s love and grace.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Rev. Dr. Hyeok Won Kwon calls on us to consider a different kind of waiting. God is watching and waiting for us.
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In today's devotion, John Ray invites us to embrace the joy of Advent, a joy rooted in God's love and meant to be shared.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Rev. Keya Hillman highlights Mary’s Magnificat and the importance of these verses for all of us.
n today’s Advent devotional, Rev. Chester Hester reminds us that Advent encourages unity, reflection, and joy as we prepare for the birth of Jesus Christ.
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In today’s Advent devotional, our Conference Lay Leaders Kim Powell and J. Knapp bring good tidings and great cheer.
They reflect on their shared experience and commitment to allow the love of Jesus to shine through them.
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In today’s devotion, “Let's go, go, go to Bethlehem” with these precious evangelists from Gainesville First UMC.
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In today's devotion, Marguerite Hay invites us to embrace the gifts of hope, peace, joy, and love that Christ brings during Advent and throughout our lives.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Rev. Jim McCollough calls on us to “rejoice in the Lord always.” He reminds us that joy is a choice—a powerful response to life’s trials and blessings.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Rev. Dr. Dargenae' N. Patterson encourages us to embody the unity of peace that Christ offers, shining His light into the world around us.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Tina Stevenson reflects on Mary’s awe-filled response to God’s divine plan.
She invites us to embrace the hope, peace, joy, and love found in Christ as we celebrate the greatest gift—Emmanuel, God with us.
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In today’s Advent devotional, Derek Llamas asks what it would look like if we likened our faith to a Christmas tree and allowed our faith to be a bright light of hope for
the hungry, the lonely, the marginalized, and those running low on faith. He is joined in a choral prayer by the Wesley Monumental Choir.
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In today's devotional, Rev. Ariana Eberle shares the heartache of losing a church building to fire, and how she and the congregation found hope and faith when
they recognized signs that God is always with us. This Advent, let us embrace a child-like faith, seeking signs of God’s presence.
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In today’s Advent devotional, ‘Denise Rooks shares a personal story that reminds us how God transforms despair into hope, bringing joy, peace, and love even in the darkest seasons.
As we prepare for Christ's coming, we are invited to embrace the richness of God's grace and the promise of Emmanuel, “God with us.”
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In today’s Advent devotional, Rev. Cindy Blocksidge marvels at the miracle of life and the story of Jesus’ birth.
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In today's Advent devotional, Rev. Jimmy Cason shares the joy of Christmas memories and the power of sacred carols that proclaim the love and peace of Christ.
As we sing and reflect this season, we are called to live out the law of love and work for justice in our communities.
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God chose to announce the birth of the Messiah to lowly shepherds, demonstrating His love for the overlooked and marginalized, writes Shirley Everett in today's devotional.
This Advent, may we be inspired to care for those in need and share the hope of Christ with all.
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In today's Advent devotional, J. Knapp reminds us that the arrival of the Messiah is meant to change us, and as we carry the light of Christ and share His love, we are meant to change the world.
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