LOVE COMES
DAY 1
Read Luke 1:5-17
What is the angel’s message to Zechariah?
What details do we learn about God’s plan to enter into human history as Immanuel, God with us?
Spiritual Practice: Take a restful walk in nature
DAY 2
Read Luke 1:26-38
What is the angel’s message to Mary?
What details do we learn about God’s plan to enter into human history as Immanuel, God with us?
Sabbath: Light a candle and rest for several minutes, watching it flicker
DAY 3
Read Luke 1:39-45
What is Elizabeth’s (and baby John’s) message to Mary?
What does this message have to do with God’s presence in the world?
Sabbath: Give yourself permission to lie down to rest for several minutes this afternoon
Day 4
Read Matthew 1:18-25
What is the angel’s message to Joseph?
What does this message have to do with God’s presence in the world?
Sabbath: Sit silently for several minutes feeling your breath as it enters and leaves your body
Day 5
Read Luke 1:57-80
What is Zechariah’s message when he regains his ability to speak after John’s circumcision?
What does this message have to do with God’s presence in the world?
Sabbath: Spend several minutes focusing on experiencing your surroundings through your senses (sight, smell, hearing, taste, touch)
Day 6
Review the week
Do you have any lingering questions?
What was your experience with the daily Sabbath practice? Was there one day that stood out the most to you? Why?