Yeldho Lent: Dec 1-Dec 25 and Dec 15-25 for Syriac Orthodox
1. Significance of the Advent Season
That is the Plan for our Redemption in a nutshell. During the advent we reflect
and meditate on all these things. Examining ourselves and asking repentance for our
sins are the main things we can do. We do that as part of the Yeldo Lent. ...
I. This Sunday in Church
2.
Bible Readings for This Sunday (December 4)
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Library/Lectionary/Lec_birth-of-john-the-baptist.htm
3.
Sermons for This Sunday (December 4)
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Library/Sermons/Sermon-of-the-week_birth-of-John-the-Baptist.htm
4. From Malankara World Journal Archives
Malankara World Journals Featuring: John The Baptist
Volume 5 No
317: December 4 2015
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJA_317.htm
Volume 5 No 258: January 9 2015
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJ_258.htm
Volume 4 No 251: December 5, 2014
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJ_251.htm
Volume 2 No 112: Dec 6 2012
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJ_112.htm
Volume 5 No 292: June 26 2015
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJ_292.htm
Volume 3 No 181: December 5, 2013
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJ_181.htm
Volume 3 No 119: Jan 10 2013
http://www.MalankaraWorld.com/Newsletter/MWJ_119.htm
II. Lectionary Reflections
5.
The Birth of the Forerunner…Luke's Nativity
It is now nine months from the announcement in the Holy Place of the temple, to
Zechariah and Elizabeth, that they would bear a Son who would be the forerunner
of the Messiah. ...
6.
The Blessings of Obedience
For us to experience the blessings of obedience, we must be obedient to God.
For, Obedience is the measure of our faith. And blessings are the fruit of our
obedience. ...
7.
Behind The Scenes At Christmastime: Zechariah's Song
The Benedictus is all about this one great truth: That God has at long last
visited his people! In the verses that follow we learn five specific facts about
the Divine Visitation and the blessings that flow from it. ...
III. Featured: Patience
8.
The Patience of God
When we are patient with others, even in small ways, we are reflecting the
character of a loving God. ...
9.
The Virtue of Patience
Impatience can lead to frustration, which can lead to anger. Cultivating a
patient spirit by focusing on the promises of God in His Word and the work
of the Spirit of the Lord will lessen frustration and reduce the anger that
is the mark of the foolish heart. ...
10.
The Temporary Non-Path of Patience
We all know that patience isn't easy, or fun. What it is, though, is the path of
the wise. Or, perhaps it's better to say the "non-path," since it usually
involves a decision to do nothing for a while, to be still and know that you are
not God, to reflect, or to strategize. ...
11.
Our Last Minute God
Patience is a necessary virtue because it acknowledges God's perfect timing
above our flawed timeline. A lack of patience is rooted in trust of self,
while an abundance of patience is rooted in trust of God. ...
IV. General Weekly Features
12.
Recipe: Rainbow Cake
13.
A Spiritual Workout: Commitment and Perseverance
Growing closer to God is serious work. There will be
moments when you may get discouraged, but over time when you look back at the
things it has allowed God to do in your life, you will know that it was all
worth it.
14.
Family Special: Your Spouse ... Your Best Friend?
Over the years I've discovered some specific ways we can develop a close
friendship with our spouse. First, we can take an interest in what's going on
where we each spend a great deal of time, our workplaces. ...
15.
Inspiration: The Truth About Positive Thinking
I believe you get back what you send out. I am a very "up" person and people
frequently ask me how I maintain my enthusiasm. ...
16.
3 Ways to See God in Your Suffering
When you face trials, are you inclined to sing "It is well, it is well with my
soul," or do you find it difficult to sing at all? What does it take to keep
such solid faith when life is nothing but shifting sands? How can you grow
through suffering, rather then just get through suffering? ...
17.
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