Advent Reflection | Tuesday, December 1

Today’s A Weary World Rejoices story comes from Karen Perzentka:

When the “shelter in place” was ordered in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I wondered how I would face the uncertainty of isolation and lack of activity in my life.

I am a very social person who is active in many organizations. What would I do with all this time on my hands? What would it be like without an active schedule to keep my mind and spirit fulfilled? I turned to God for answers to these questions and He provided so many abundant blessings.

Without the distractions of my hectic life I can concentrate on the gifts that God has provided. I have connected with residents who are isolated in care centers, with old friends, neighbors, and my two children and their families more often than usual.

There has been more time to exercise, enjoy the nature and environment God created as well as working long hours as a proofreader.

But the greatest gift of all is the extra time I have spent in studying the Word and praying in groups or on my own.

Through faith in Jesus Christ God has given me the strength, hope and joy through his grace and mercy. I have chosen to live my life not in fear but in faith for God is always with me.

Through His truth and grace, I will live my life to the fullest praising him for His gifts.

Isaiah 41:10 

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.  I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”