Advent is a very special time of year that sometimes gets lost in the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season. Advent means “coming,” and on each of the four Sundays of Advent, we seek to prepare our hearts to experience anew the wonder and awe of what God has done for us in sending a Savior. Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas and is a time to reflect on how we can prepare our hearts and homes for Christ’s birth in the world as it is today. It is a time to remember, through prayer, reflections, and special music, what the true meaning of Jesus’ birth is. The most significant tradition of the Advent season is the Advent Wreath. The wreath and candles are full of symbolism tied to the Christmas season. The wreath itself, which is made of various evergreens, signifies continuous life. The circle of the wreath, which has no beginning or end, symbolizes the eternity of God, the immortality of the soul, and the everlasting life we find in Christ. The candles also have their own special significance. The four candles represent the four weeks of Advent, and one candle is lit each Sunday. During our services on the four Sundays of Advent, our pastors will deliver a series of messages that will help us understand more fully the story of Christmas. Our series this year is “Should Christmas Soothe or Shake Us? The Uncomfortable Effects of Christmas.”
1st Sunday of Advent - Hope
Bridgepoint Church is located in Decatur, GA, and we gather for worship in person and online at 10:45am. We would be honored to have you as our guest. Childcare is available too!
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Jesus loves you! He willingly offered His life as a sacrifice and ransom for mankind. His victory over sin at the cross and over death is why we call Him Lord of lords and King of kings. We worship him as the Word who became flesh and dwelt among us. God still wants to dwell with His people, and that includes you! If you want more information on what salvation means, please send a message or email us.
