December 22, 2024

Joy

What if joy wasn’t about what we feel, but about who we are in God’s story? The angels announced “good news of great joy” to shepherds—outcasts of society—proclaiming that joy belongs to all people, regardless of status or situation. Joy is an invitation, not a reward. Even amid sorrow, we find joy by anchoring our hearts in God’s unshakable promise to renew the world. Advent joy is about inclusion, restoration, and the declaration that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace. Joy isn’t fleeting happiness—it’s a gift meant to be shared. How will you share it this season?