Second Sunday in Advent 2021

Our hearts can be well prepared for the coming of Christ as they are cleansed from the guilt and stain of sin by His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death for us.

1.Christ’s coming: neither a small thing nor a light matter!
a.The inescapable question for each and every person
b.The answer given by John the Baptist

2.Christ’s coming: time to purify and cleanse the people of God
a.purifying fire and cleansing soap: the holy things
b.gold and silver do not refine or purify themselves

3.Christ’s coming: we are moved to bring acceptable and pleasing offerings
a.All that we are and have and do we offer to God
b.What is offered in childlike trust and confidence pleases God