Mark 1:1-8 describes the inception of Jesus Christ's gospel. It includes a prophecy from Isaiah about a messenger, John the Baptist, who emerges in the desert preaching a baptism of repentance for sins. John foretells the arrival of one mightier than himself, promising a baptism through the Holy Spirit.
Second Sunday of Advent – 1st Reading
The scripture Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11 suggests comfort and divine reassurance. It emphasizes God's redemption, calling for preparation and openness to receive God's glory. It highlights God's power and care, depicting him as a shepherd leading and nurturing his flock.
Second Sunday of Advent – 2nd Reading
2 Peter 3:8-14 Lectionary: 5 Do not ignore this one fact, beloved,that with the Lord one day is like a thousand yearsand a thousand years like one day.The Lord does not delay his promise, as some regard “delay,”but he is patient with you,not wishing that any should perishbut that all should come to repentance.But the …
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