The word "Advent" has a Latin origin meaning "the coming," or more accurately, "coming toward." For Christians, Christmas is one of the greatest events of the year, as we celebrate the greatest gift ever given by God to mankind. That gift was Jesus Christ, the Son of God, born into this world to live among us to show us the true nature of God. Jesus experienced human joy and sorrow along with us, and willingly died an agonizing death. The price was paid for all human sin that had cut us off from our Holy God -- and we have now been completely reconciled with him! That is why we celebrate Christmas! The History of the Advent Calendar Did you know, that centuries ago, the days preceding … [Read more...]