As the year comes to a close, our feelings of loss or dashed hopes tend to work their way to the surface. But Jesus understands our pain and is near in times of hurt.

The Christmas story can be offensive before it becomes pleasing. The truth is, we are hopelessly lost in darkness. But, God has sent a great light into the darkness, and there we find our hope.

The story of Jesus begins in the very beginning. In the beauty of the garden, and the subsequent brokenness we bring to it, God provides hope.