Isaias (Isaiah) 65:17

Humans like comeback stories. We are eager to embrace the underdog. There's something in the human spirit that naturally draws us toward new things and cheers on underdogs. Join us in this Abide plan as we meditate on God's call to push into New Beginnings.

During Advent, we remember that Jesus is God’s Star, heralding God’s love and forgiving power to us. Each devotional in this series is for one of the Sundays leading up to Christmas. The fifth, and final devotional, is for Christmas Day. Use these short reflections around a meal table, or on your own. More than anything, lift your eyes to God’s Star –Jesus – as your Hope this season.

Our big God doesn’t make small people—so don’t get in the way of the greatness God has for you! This week’s devotional from Pastor Stephen Chandler shows us how to orient your passion and gifts toward the deeper purposes of God, where true greatness awaits.

Advent serves as a season of both reflection and anticipation. Though the traditional Advent season begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas, this 5-day plan can be done over any five days during the Christmas season. We’ll dive into various Scriptures, each corresponding to spiritual themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. These themes deepen our understanding of how we are called to await the coming of the Lord.