What are superheroes like Batman for if they fail to champion the cause of the powerless? Helping those in need was one of the key characteristics in the ministry of Jesus. If ever there’s a time we should show compassion to the weak & oppressed, this is it!
What gospel passages come to mind that show Christ
caring for people in need? What prevents us from copying this gracious behavior
of Jesus? Think of some times when you were in need &
someone stepped in & helped you out. How didyou feel? In what ways have you shown love & compassion
toward those in need? Who can you help in their time of need this Christmas?
What is everyone’s greatest need & how can you help
there? Because he was righteous & knew Jesus was the Son of God, Joseph obeyed God’s Law & testified to Christ’s birth by bringing, with Mary, his Son to the temple for circumcision, naming, & presentation to the Father.
What does being righteous mean (Deuteronomy 6:25)?
Daily Advent Readings
Sunday: James 1:27
Monday: Matthew 5:6 and Matthew 6:33
Tuesday: 2 Samuel 9:1-11
Wednesday: Romans 6:17-18 and 1 Peter 2:21-24
Thursday: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Friday: Luke 1:5-6 and 1 John 1:29
Saturday: James 2:14-19
