On this first Sunday of Advent, we see hope - hope for the coming Messiah. The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. This was written by a prophet; God said it and it will happen. Light will overcome the darkness. The Christmas message is that in our darkness we have hope. Jesus has brought the light to us. He is the light of the world. He brings life. Those living in great darkness will see; this is our hope.
