By Tim Niekerk
ISAIAH 52:7
How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”
Advent calls us to both remember that promise and share it. It’s not just about waiting. It’s also about witnessing. The good news of Jesus’ birth, as well as His life, death and resurrection, isn’t meant to stay silent or private. Like those beautiful feet on the mountains, we’re called to GO TELL IT! We’re called to announce God still reigns, His peace is real, and His love and grace have come for us.
As we light candles of peace, joy, love and hope together in worship this season, we remember each flame represents a message the world needs to hear. Though we may sometimes believe no one is listening or even cares, the world still longs for what only Jesus brings.
May we be bold messengers through our words, our actions, and our worship, as we share the good news that changes everything. Let’s begin Advent with hearts ready to GO TELL IT on the mountain — and everywhere else — that Jesus Christ is born!
Before angels sang in Bethlehem or shepherds hurried to a stable, God had already spoken words of hope to a weary people through the prophet Isaiah. He promised that one day messengers would race across mountains to proclaim peace and salvation. Centuries later, that promise came true when the cry rang out: “Jesus Christ is born!”
Pray with me…
Heavenly Father, as we enter into this season of Advent, we often find ourselves weary from many different things. But nothing renews a weary spirit more than good news. May the reminder from the prophet Isaiah that “Our God reigns” and the angel chorus that “Jesus Christ is born” refresh our souls. Fill our hearts with peace and joy this Advent and give us courage to GO TELL this good news with others. Amen.