Advent Devotion Week 4
“This Will Be A Sign #morelove”
Materials needed
- Computer or tablet with internet connection and good sound
- Pen or pencil
- Journal or print-out of this devotion
- Bible
- Candle and matches
- Feather to place near candle (optional)
Candle Lighting
Light the candle, place a feather next to it (optional), then read aloud the scripture and prayer
Luke 2:1-20
Pray:
God of love and light, you sent an angel with the wonderful news of a saviour born in our world – and surprised us that this mighty saviour came as a tiny infant. One might have stood by his crib wondering how this little baby would be enough to change the world. Open us to understand that God has made us all “enough.” Amen.
Introduction
In this brief video, Dr. Brene Brown talks with Oprah about our ego who tells us we have no inherent worth, and living in a culture marked by fear of “never enough.”
Watch Video
“The Two Most Dangerous Words in Your Vocabulary” (4 min)
Personal Reflection
3 to 5 minutes of quiet
Take a few minutes of quiet to reflect. You can journal your thoughts if you like.
How have you filled in the blank? “Never _________________ enough.”
Journal
Here are some questions to help you start journalling. You can also just write about whatever is coming up for you.
- What messages have you heard of “never enough”?
- When have you taken risks to fail, even when you felt you may not be enough?
- How does love change the “never enough” language?
- How can one person living with more love make a difference in the world?
Closing Prayer
Holy Living God, Blessed Jesus, Guiding Spirit,
alight within us your flame of love this day.
Grant us openness to hear your message.
Grant us courage to be your messengers in the world,
creating more love in the midst of fear. Amen
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This Devotion is adapted from Small Group Materials: Angels Among Us. Worship Design Studio
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