Matthew 21:28-32Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes are enteringthe kingdom of God ahead of you. For John came to you to show you the way ofrighteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the prostitutes did.And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him. Matthew 21:31c-32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

-32Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes are enteringthe kingdom of God ahead of you. For John came to you to show you the way ofrighteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the prostitutes did.And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him. Matthew 21:31c-32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phillips Theological Seminary is providing you, our gracious donors and supporters, with a daily Advent Devotional podcast. Phillips is grateful that we can offer you this resource. You may also read the devotional on the Phillips website.This year has been difficult and strange in so many ways. But we have the hope, peace, joy and love that Advent brings. I personally hope and pray that each devotion speaks to your life and is a balm in this weary time.The devotional is an important part of our goal to support and educate the whole church. We value your contribution to the seminary and consider you a part of our community.We have hope in the unchanging, sacrificial love of God, love of each other, our congregations and the love that brings equality and justice into the world through the birth of Jesus. We hope that as you read this booklet you are inspired to deepen your faith and you renew your hope.Peace and Blessings,Malisa PierceSenior Director of Stewardship and Alumnae/i Relations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.