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Longing to ignite your Advent faith and enter more deeply into the Christmas mystery?
Join engaging host Julie South as she expertly unveils the richness within Isaiah, Paul and John's sweeping biblical texts - and discover just how relevant these ancient voices remain today.
As we approach the third week of Advent, Julie provides historical context to help us better understand the Bible's teachings and how they apply to our 21st century digital world.
She explains the concept of liturgy and its significance in the Catholic Church, as well as the transformative power of the Eucharist. Then, Julie delves into the common themes among the biblical passages for the third Sunday in Advent, highlighting the anticipation of Christ's arrival and the call to live joyfully and holily while awaiting his return.
Julie also provides insights into the metaphors and messages conveyed in the passages, offering reflections on how we can apply these teachings to our daily lives. As we journey through the readings from Isaiah, Paul, and John, Julie invites us to pray alongside her and ponder God's word.
The episode concludes with a heartfelt message of spreading the word about Your Catholic Corner and a warm blessing for the listeners. So, join us as we explore the spiritual guidance of the Bible and embrace the essence of Advent in preparation for the celebration of Christ's birth.
Peace be with you, and God bless.
Isaiah 61: 1-2, 10-11
Thessalonians 5:16-24
John 1:6-8, 19-28
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Biblical Prophet
Isaiah, an 8th century BCE Hebrew Prophet who lived in the kingdom of Judah. Isaiah is considered one of the greatest and most influential of the biblical prophets, with his writings making up the Book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible.
Isaiah was active as a prophet during the reigns of four Judean kings, including King Uzziah and Hezekiah. He prophesied about the coming judgment and exile of the people of Judah, as well as providing messages of hope and consolation about future restoration. Many of his prophecies have messianic themes that Christians later interpreted as pointing to Jesus Christ.
Isaiah's book contains some of the most well-known phrases and prophecies from the Bible, such as "they will beat their swords into plowshares" and prophesying about a messianic figure such as Jesus Christ, referring to him as "Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah provides a unique perspective from an 8th century BCE prophet, making him an intriguing guest with timeless messages relevant for any age.
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