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Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus: Advent and Christmas with Charles Wesley is unavailable, but you can change that!

This volume offers Advent and Christmas meditations based on the seasonal hymns of Charles Wesley—including “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” and “Come Thou Long Expected Jesus.” Each daily meditation, keyed to the scripture reading for the day and portions of Wesley’s texts, concludes with a brief prayer based on the day’s theme. Reflective material places Wesley within his rich Anglican heritage....

Advent prepares us for the coming of Christ. This season is like a gradual ascent up a mountain path, leading to a vision of unparalleled splendor. During this four-week period we examine ourselves and our lives. We prepare to receive the gift of Jesus. We contemplate this season, quieting our hearts and minds as we await God’s self-revelation. The last season to be officially added to the church calendar, Advent now launches the church year, beginning the story of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection,
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