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The Promises of Christmas

December 24, 2017 Emma MorrisBlog

This Advent season, a pattern in the events leading up to Jesus’ birth has caught my attention: God likes to make promises to His people. Between the accounts of Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1-2 alone, we see God make big promises beyond comprehension to Zechariah and Elizabeth, Mary and Joseph, the shepherds, the wise men,…Continue reading The Promises of Christmas

Lying in a Manger

December 3, 2017December 3, 2017 Emma MorrisBlog

Christmas music is playing, Starbucks red cups are here, and lights are twinkling. Today, though, we are reminded of the ordinary, quiet night that Christ entered into our world of unrest. This Sunday, with only twenty-two days until Christmas, Advent begins. Advent ushers in the coming Christmas Day that we celebrate the salvation of the…Continue reading Lying in a Manger

You Too? The Truth About Making Friends

October 25, 2017October 25, 2017 Emma MorrisBlog

With my wheels rolling and “Welcome to Virginia” in my rearview mirror, I realized I was leaving being known. The white house that knew my name, the church on the corner, and the friends who grew from playing on the playground to dancing at prom were all a part of home that remained resting in…Continue reading You Too? The Truth About Making Friends

A New Trail, A New Chapter

September 10, 2017 Emma MorrisBlog

I think I first fully realized the weight of it as my feet pounded the dark earth, the still green leaves bearing the first hints of fall as they danced with the idea of fleeing their branches. This would be the last time I would run the ground of home as I knew it— home…Continue reading A New Trail, A New Chapter

Thank You Notes

August 7, 2017August 7, 2017 Emma MorrisThank You Notes

Today I’m thankful for… New York City I had a special opportunity to take a quick trip to New York with my family and my boyfriend. My brother being in a band has its perks, including some fun family trips. New York was bustling and alive and fast. But honestly as an introvert who doesn’t…Continue reading Thank You Notes

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I am a writer, college student, and follower of Christ living in grace. Welcome to my journey of becoming who the Lord has created me to be.

He must become greater and I must become less and less. John 3:30

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