Monthly Archives: December 2017

[RadCast] Advent (Psalm 89:19-26)

Posted on December 21, 2017 by radamdavidson

We often read Old Testament passages about kings and thrones and imagine a Middle Earth scenario that has little relevance for today. Quite the contrary: the promise of King David is fulfilled in King Jesus. He is the King we … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent (Luke 1:46-55)

Posted on December 20, 2017 by radamdavidson

Mary had no idea how God would break in and disrupt her life, yet she was ready to drop everything and obey. Mary models the kind of heart God is looking for in us today — one of humility, servanthood, … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent: Mary said “yep!” (Luke 1)

Posted on December 19, 2017 by radamdavidson

Mary gets unexpected news that reveals a divine calling to faith and obedience. Advent reminds us to be ready to do the same.  

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[RadCast] Advent (2 Samuel 7)

Posted on December 18, 2017 by radamdavidson

God is faithful, as seen in this long setup to the divine punchline from David to Mary, from Alpha to Omega.  

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[RadCast] Advent (Psalm 126)

Posted on December 15, 2017 by radamdavidson

[RadCast] Advent (Psalm 126) Joy gives us context for our temporary suffering. Songs of redemption give us complete lyrics for fighting injustice. James L. Mays wrote “The agony and the ecstasy belong together as the secret of our identity.”

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[RadCast] Advent (John 1)

Posted on December 14, 2017 by radamdavidson

Leave it to ol’ John the Baptist, the camel hair wearing consumer of locusts and wild honey, to know who he is and who he’s *not*. Is the same true of me? Advent gives us time to reflect on the … Continue reading →

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[RadCast] Advent Joy! (1 Thessalonians 5:16-24)

Posted on December 13, 2017 by radamdavidson

Advent reminds us of the joy we have now as we anticipate Christ’s return. It’s a good way to live.   Subscribe via YouTube!

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[RadCast] Advent #10 (Isaiah 61)

Posted on December 11, 2017 by radamdavidson

Injustice is upside down, so God comes to make justice upside up. The mission you and I are on today is joy!  

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Advent Snow

Posted on December 9, 2017 by radamdavidson

Snow imposes what Advent intends to do: slow us down, help us see things from a different light, live in the now and look forward in hope.  Peaking at 27 miles an hour on a freeway has a spiritual effect … Continue reading →

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Dads: How To Help the Kids Christmas Shop For Mom

Posted on December 8, 2017 by radamdavidson

It’s that time of year when Dads like me have the unique job of helping the younger kids get Christmas gifts for their mom.  My kids are young enough to not have jobs but old enough to eat like grown … Continue reading →

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