Isaiah 29:17-19

The Middle East. Constantly in the news. Ardently in our hearts. The cradle of civilization and the launching of the Gospel of Jesus. This beautiful region—the land of the Bible—is center stage as the crossroads between Africa, Europe, and Asia, and it is the source of volatility and hostility in both the physical and spiritual realms. Join us daily in prayer for the Middle East nations where millions have yet to hear the message of love, hope, peace, and power in Christ. Your intercession can break strongholds, strengthen believers, and transform entire communities. Let’s begin praying together today!

Advent is, of course, a time to prepare. To prepare our homes, lives, and our hearts. Join us as we explore the Bible readings used by the Church to challenge, encourage, and help us prepare, not only to celebrate the incarnation but also the second coming of Christ.

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This Advent Guide comes from students, faculty, and staff at Belmont University. Advent is that season of waiting that carefully and purposefully helps us to realign our priorities and to glimpse, anew, our place before God. Our humble hope is this guide helps people focus more fully on Jesus Christ through the Advent season.