Sermonette for January 1, 2018

This time of year is full of expectations. Perfect decorations, perfect presents, perfect family pictures, perfectly warm feelings.

 The world is full of expectations, too. The expectation to be married with kids by the time you’re 25. The expectation to follow a certain path: college, work, marriage, kids, carefree empty nesting, glorious grand parenthood, retirement, etc.  

 The expe...