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The Meaning Is in the Waiting
Advent is about learning to love the waiting… Waiting is the primary lesson of Advent, says Paula Gooder. In the company of the biblical characters with whom the candles on the Advent wreath are traditionally associated, she helps us to discover very different kinds of waiting: * Abraham and Sarah—who waited a lifetime for the fulfillment of God’s promises. * The Hebr...more
Paperback, 144 pages
Published
November 1st 2009
by Paraclete Press
(first published November 30th 2008)
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A simple but effective book on Advent. Gooder breaks the chapters up into manageable sections (4 chapters--one for each week of Advent--and 6 sections to a chapter). It's short enough to fit into even the busiest schedule, and provides a much-needed reminder of the benefits of waiting (a great counterpoint to the desire for instant gratification that characterizes our culture, particularly at Christmastime). Waiting on God is something all of us need to do better, myself most of all. This co...more
So far, I'm really enjoying this thought-provoking book about Advent.
Good tries to hit on the deep aspects of the Advent while still keeping this in a devotional format. Overall, she succeeds in most chapters with challenging perspectives and prompts.
This book reminded me to live in the present, to be actively patient, to do what needs to be done today and not fret about tomorrow. It also taught me to be mindful of ways to be humble, joyful, and thankful for everything that comes my way. This a great book for Advent, to prepare for Christmas, and to start the New Year ready for what lies ahead.
I will return to this book for another reading in another advent season. Very good - thought provoking and wise.
Suzanne
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