Reflection for Sunday 21st December 2025

The Fourth Sunday of Advent

Isaiah 7.10–16, Romans 1.1–7, Matthew 1.18–end

Isaiah promises a child named Immanuel—God with us—given in a time of deep uncertainty. Paul speaks of the gospel long promised, now fulfilled in Jesus.

Matthew shows us Joseph: faithful, anxious, confused, yet willing to listen. In a moment of fear, God asks him to trust, to welcome Mary, and to step into an unexpected calling.

Advent 4 is the Sunday of quiet courage. God often works through ordinary people whose hearts are open to trust.

This week, perhaps ask: where is God inviting me to trust more deeply?

Blessings and prayers,

Emma