For Christmas Day, instead of a new reflection, I want to read you something I wrote ten years ago. It’s a story about waiting—about how long God’s promises can feel, and how thin hope can wear.
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24 Dec 2025
Episode 25: Advent of Carols 25 - Joy to the World
A Christmas carol that starts like a cannon blast, “Joy to the World” releases all the build-up from Advent into an overwhelming chorus of joy.
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BYU Combined Choirs and BYU Philharmonic - Joy to the World (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKvJdT0EDo4)
Mariah Carey - Joy to the World (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtRgKvLkLHM)
Soundiva Classical Choir - Joy to the World (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGyYAzrctzk) (a cappella)
Mannheim Steamroller - Joy to the World (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6YWvWjhdAE) (instrumental)
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23 Dec 2025
Episode 24: Advent of Carols 24 - It Came Upon the Midnight Clear
A song that brings Advent anticipation into the present day, “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” refuses to rush us to Christmas morning.
Listen to the Carol
The Hound + The Fox - It Came Upon A Midnight Clear (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfwCm7TsqwE)
Ella Fitzgerald - It Came Upon A Midnight Clear (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vt3zBjByV8)
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