In the twelfth century, Bernard of Clairvaux, who was the founder of the Cistercian order of monks, said that Christ comes to us in three different ways:

Firstly – in Bethlehem at Christmas;
Secondly – at the end of the age;
Thirdly – in the lives of believers every single day.

I pray for all three of Christ’s comings this Advent:

Thank You, Father, for loving us so much that You sent Your Son to save us.
Maranatha. May Jesus be born again amongst us this Christmas. 

Thank You, Jesus, that You came before and You are coming again in glory.
Maranatha. We long for You to return and make all things new.

Thank You, Holy Spirit, for filling my life.
Maranatha. May the Lord Jesus Christ be born again in me today. Amen.