Make some space

Where does the true essence of Christmas lie?

The Christmas holidays are a time of joy, family celebrations and get-togethers. That is why we worry about perfect decorations, last-minute shopping and great gifts. In the midst of all this, we quietly forget what the word adventus means.

What if, during this Advent, we open ourselves more to God's plans? What if we live in expectation of God's presence? What if we prepare a place – at home and in our hearts – for the true joy that their King brings to all Christians?

This book is an invitation to open our hearts and minds to the gentle prompting of the Holy Spirit and adjust our priorities. What is more important – a clean home or a clean soul? An open account or open hearts? Delve into the Gospel of Luke and meditate every day on Jesus' birth, life, death and glorious resurrection. God invites us to quieten our minds during this graceful season and let him enter our lives.

When the Lord Jesus first came to this earth, there was no room for him. What about today? Have you prepared a place for your King?