Advent Retreat 2024: 2nd Tuesday of Advent
Advent Retreat 2024
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7m 48s
Elijah’s life exemplifies faith and courage against idolatry, making him a symbol of hope and a foreshadowing of the Messiah. His prophetic integrity, echoed in John the Baptist, inspires Christians today to prepare for Christ’s coming, witnessing with courage and faithfulness in a world often hostile to God.
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