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He Came Near | Advent Devotional Week 1
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- Nov 30, 2025
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Summary
Hey there, Figs — welcome to Episode 1 of our special 4-week Advent series, He Came for Me . This entire series grew out of a song Brandon wrote over a decade ago called “From Glory to a Stable.” What started as a melody he carried in his heart has become the framework for these four weeks of preparing room for Jesus. Today, Brandon reads his Week 1 devotional, He Came Near — The God Who Stepped Into My Story , inviting us to remember the miracle of a God who didn’t stay distant. He stepped into the world He created — into our dust, our laughter, and our need — so we would never doubt His nearness. As you listen, take a slow breath and let this truth settle in: Because He came near for me, I am never outside His reach. ✨ In This Episode * The wonder of the incarnation — God with us * What it means that Christ chose proximity over distance * Why His nearness still reshapes our daily lives 🌿 Companion Guide If you want to linger with this throughout the week, grab the free Advent companion guide . Inside, you’ll find gentle invitations to Write, Pray, Declare, and Dwell with the truth that He came near. 📓 Download 🎵 Music Credit “ From Glory to a Stable ”Written and performed by Brandon Jordan © 2011 Brandon Jordan Music. Used with permission. 📖 Scripture References John 1 : 1–14 | Philippians 2 : 5–8 | Isaiah 9 : 6–7 💬 Share the Moment If this episode encourages you, share it with a friend or tag @beneaththefigtree so we can walk through Advent together. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rosejordan.substack.com