In between Jesus' first and second comings it is frequently difficult to
see what the good God is up to, but through faith in the power of his gospel we are
called by God to always be joyful, always be praying, and always be thankful to him
for the sanctification he's destined us for.
The Christian Constant — Midweek Advent Service, December 20, 2023:
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Psalm 126
1 Thessalonians 5:16–24
John 1:6–8, 19–28
Songs and Hymns:
- Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty: Text: Benjamin Schmolck, 1672–1737; tr. Catherine
Winkworth, 1827–78, alt.; Tune: Joachim Neander, 1650–80; Text and tune: Public
domain.
- Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming: Text (sts. 1–2): tr. Theodore Baker, 1851–1934,
alt.; (sts. 1–2, 4): German, 16th cent.; (st. 3): Friedrich L. C. Layriz, 1808–59;
(st. 3): tr. Harriet R. K. Spaeth, 1845–1925; (st. 4): tr. John C. Mattes,
1876–1948. Tune: Alte Catholische Geistliche Kirchengeseng, 1599, Köln. Text and
tune: Public domain.
- An Irish Christmas Blessing: Keith Getty, Kristyn Lennox Getty, © 2004 Thankyou
Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740.
- Magnificat: Text: Luke 1:46 (ESV); public domain. Tune: David Schack (b. 1947), ©
2006 Lutheran Service Book, used with permission, LSB Hymn License no. 110001220.
- The Advent of Our King: Text: Charles Coffin, 1676–1749; tr. John Chandler,
1806–76, alt.; Tune: Aaron Williams, 1731–76; Text and tune: Public domain.
