Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love Quotes

“The opposite of fear is not bravery, courage, or another Merriam-Webster antonym. The opposite of fear is love.”
― Nick Chellsen, Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: A 4-Week Advent Devotional for Leaders

“From the manger to the empty tomb, the message is the same: “Do not be afraid.”
― Nick Chellsen, Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: A 4-Week Advent Devotional for Leaders

“The story of Zechariah and Elizabeth is an invitation to return to those unanswered prayers. It’s also a reminder of the joy that answered prayers can bring.”
― Nick Chellsen, Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: A 4-Week Advent Devotional for Leaders

“Even though God’s methods of speaking to them were different, Mary and Joseph’s response was the same. They both responded with obedience.”
― Nick Chellsen, Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: A 4-Week Advent Devotional for Leaders

“As leaders, we sometimes overlook what feels small or insignificant. At times, we may even feel overlooked ourselves. Advent reminds us that God is faithfully working in places we don’t see and in people we might not expect.”
― Nick Chellsen, Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: A 4-Week Advent Devotional for Leaders

“The word “advent” essentially means “arrival” or “coming.” Christians have traditionally observed it during the four weeks leading up to Christmas. It is considered a time to celebrate Jesus’ first coming and anticipate His second coming. Advent is also an invitation to pause and reflect on why Jesus came… and why He is coming again.”
― Nick Chellsen, Leading with Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love: A 4-Week Advent Devotional for Leaders