When we’ve repented and been baptized, we will be ready for God’s salvation. “A voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. Every valley shall be filled in, every mountain and hill made low. The crooked roads shall become straight, the rough ways smooth. And all mankind will see God’s salvation.’” Salvation is what the Christmas story is all about. God enters the manger of Bethlehem in order to save God’s people from their sins. When we receive that grace, that peace, that love then we are empowered to live new lives. This Advent season we need to reflect on the entire Christ event. Christ came into the world to save us from the power of sin. The Messiah is coming. Repent and be baptized. Then you will surely see God’s salvation.
