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In this Advent message, we explore how God’s love is not an abstract idea but a person, Jesus, who arrived to dwell with us. Scripture reveals that this divine love, agape, defines Christianity, transforms lives, unifies divided people, and makes the invisible God visible through His church. As we reflect on the arrival of love itself, we’re invited not just to receive God’s love, but to live as carriers of it in a world searching for meaning.

Joy is not tied to our circumstances. It flows from knowing Jesus. When the angel announced good news of great joy, it was not about a temporary feeling, but an eternal reality. The Savior has come!This kind of joy is rooted in our salvation and shows up in how we live—through obedience, generosity, perseverance in trials, life together as the church, and praise. It’s a joy we get to walk in and share as a church family.

Advent peace is not found in Santa, schedules, or one more perfect family moment. It is found in Jesus, our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. When we surrender to His rule, let His word counsel us, and cast our cares on Him, the peace of God guards our hearts and the God of peace walks with us.Surrender to Jesus and receive soul-deep peace.

Daniel 12 brings the whole story home with hope. Yes, trouble will come, but God is faithful to deliver His people and raise the righteous. Daniel is told to go his way and finish well—and that call is ours too. As we step into Advent, this chapter reminds us that Scripture strengthens our endurance and lights the fuse of real, lasting hope. Let’s be a people who endure with confidence, trusting the God who delivers and the God who raises.

Daniel 11-12 pulls back the curtain: God really does call history in advance, evil only runs on a leash, and Jesus ends the story with resurrection hope. If you have been confused, you are in good company with Daniel and the disciples, so trust God, live ready, and keep a faithful witness in the middle of the mystery.Heaven rules. Evil expires. Saints rise forever.