Maps for Advent: The Hope of the World Enters History

Week 1 > The Historical Context: A People in Exile

· The Land of Exile
· Galilee throughout Bible Times

Week 2 > The Present Reality: The Fullness of Time

· Palestine under Roman Rule
· The Ministry of John the Baptist
· Nazareth and Its Surroundings

Week 3 > The Arrival of Hope: God with Us

· Jesus Is Born in Bethlehem
· Magi Worship Jesus
· Jesus’ Birth and Escape to Egypt

Week 4 > The Spread of the Good News: Disciples of All Nations

· Nations at Pentecost