Crusader Corner, Dec. 1, 2025

Thoughts from the Principal…  

Advent is about waiting. It is about waiting for the birth of the babe in a manger, but also about
waiting for the triumphant return of the victorious Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on that last day.

Waiting is a prominent part of life. We should be good at it considering the amount of practice
we get. We wait at the stoplight. We wait at the doctor’s office. We wait in the checkout line. We wait
for that phone call. Waiting is a part of life. Waiting for the Lord IS life.

The baby in a manger is the Savior. The people of the Old Testament waited for the Messiah
promised already in Genesis 3:15. On that night in Bethlehem, the promise was fulfilled. The Savior has
Come! He is the light of the world.

I pray that during this time of Advent and Christmas, we can truly recognize the joy that is ours
through our Savior. This is a big deal! Jesus Christ suffered all of the punishment for the sins we have
committed, are committing, and will commit in the future. We are forgiven! We are saved! We are
free!

May we use this freedom to share our Christmas joy with others. Go and make disciples!!

Advent Blessings to All!
Steve Hall; Principal