Moses calls the people of God to a singular trust and warns against idols pulling us from the way.

Paul contrasts human wisdom and the power of the Spirit, pointing to his own experience with the church in Corinth.

Jesus has been revealed as the true messiah. The only right response is to leave everything else behind and go with him.

Jesus is revealed as "God Chosen One" at his baptism, where the Spirit plays a major role.

The Spirit conforms us to the way of Jesus. And the way of Jesus is inclusive, open to all who desire to follow him.

God became flesh. But people didn't recognize him or receive him. Do we?

We meditate on the profound truth that Jesus is a human being who suffered with us and for us.

God gives Ahaz (and us) a sign that we should trust him. The sign is his very presence with us.

The prophet encourages the fearful and tired with a vision of hope: a path to Zion through the blooming desert.

Isaiah speaks of a moment that feels like a decimated forest. But God brings new life from one of the stumps.