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       preparation for Christmas 1
       By: emmyvictor Date: December 6, 2013, 4:45 am
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       The opening verses of Isaiah 9 symbolically speak of the future
       promise of the Messiah as the Light of the World. Isaiah uses
       the everyday occurrence of the sunrise and reminds the people of
       Israel, and us, that the Light that he speaks about has the
       transforming power to bring hope and life. We know that Jesus
       fulfils this prophecy as he begins preaching the good news of
       God's grace (Matthew 4:12-17)
       Consider what situations across the world that are in need of
       Gods transforming power of light and hope to shine.
       During this lead up to the Advent season, pray that we may bring
       Jesus' message of hope to our friends and neighbours, to poor
       and needy people. Let us pray that God would open up the hearts
       of everyone at Christmas, as we bring our focus back to Jesus.
       Krish Kandiah is honourary theological advisor to Tearfund
       www.tearfund.org
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