We love the gentle virgin mother at Christmas—yet her pregnancy looked like the result of adultery deserving death. Mary chose courageous silence, trusting God to vindicate her. Joseph learned restraint. We, however, stay shamefully silent while evil festers and innocent blood cries out.
But God refuses our quiet compromise. He gives us the sign of the Virgin and the counsel of Emmanuel, calling us to an obedience that may cost us comfort—yet promises hope.
This Sunday, hear how the God who reigns over nations offers renewal to a spoiled Connecticut vine and a judged people facing 2026. Emmanuel is with us—and His face will shine again.
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