Romans 13:11-12 Besides this, you know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; the night is far gone, the day is near. Let us then lay aside the works of darkness and put on the armour of light.
Now is the moment for you to wake from sleep. The pitter-patter of reindeer feet on the roof and the "ho ho ho" of a jolly old man coming down your chimney may not wake you, but now is the time to wake from sleep. The night is far gone, the day is near. It's time to wake up with excitement and anticipation. Run down the stairs! Start the coffee pot!
No, it's not time to look under the tree. It's not time to check the cookie plate to see if the nighttime visitor left any crumbs. It's time to watch for the coming of Messiah - and to watch with anticipation and hope for his coming. Merry Christmas!
In Christ,
Pastor Seth
Visit http://www.allsaintspalatine.org for a full calendar. Plan to join us for Christmas Eve worship at 3 (Family Worship), 5 (Holy Communion and candlelight), and 11 (Holy Communion and candlelight). Pre-service music one-half hour before each service time. Then, we will gather for worship on Sunday, Christmas Day, at 10 am.
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