Christmas Plans

Many spend hours upon hours shopping for the perfect Christmas gift, yet come up short. Join us in this Abide meditation as we unwrap the most important gift of all. 

All I Want for Christmas

When sin entered God’s perfect word and brought death to His people, God promised to send a Savior who would take back everything sin had destroyed.
Count down to Christmas on a 10-day journey celebrating the birth of Christ. Fall in love with the story of God’s promise to us as you make this family devotional a Christmas tradition.

The Promise: A Family Christmas Devotional

Preparing for Christmas takes on many different forms for us all. Although we might become entangled by the flurry of decorating, family, cooking, or wrapping gifts, we must not miss the true celebration. Since the sixth century, Advent has served as a time of preparation for the event of Christmas. It reminds us to prepare our hearts as well as our homes for the glorious celebration of Christ’s birth. The hymn writer said, “Let every heart prepare Him room.” Truly, we must set aside time and make room for the Prince of Peace to reign in our busy lives. He alone is the One who brings true hope, love, joy, and peace.

Prepare Him Room

Observe the season of Advent by contemplating Lessons and Carols. Grow in faith by slowing down, reading scripture, and learning songs that deepen your understanding of the incarnation. Scripture and songs are carefully arranged in a sequence that prepares us for the birth of the Christ child. 

Honor the Season of Advent: 5 Days of Lessons and Carols

Advent, the season of looking towards the most memorable birthday, is such an exciting time. And hidden within the Christmas story are a multitude of treasures, so many examples of God’s great love and involvement with us.  In this Mini BigB Advent edition film resource, Brian (the puppet) and Dave generally have a lot of fun but also provide a little something for us to ponder in this busy season.  This is a great resource for 6-11 year old children and for anyone with a childish sense of humour.

Mini Big B!

Most people picture the first Christmas. Mary and Joseph show up on a donkey, get turned away from a hotel and end up in a barn. Jesus is born, wrapped in blankets and set in a feeding trough. Shepherds, three wise men, animals, and angels were all there (according to nativity sets). Is that the true picture? Not exactly. Let’s separate the true Christmas from Christmyth.

Christmyths

Is there a “right way” to celebrate Jesus during Advent? Do you have to "do all the things" in order to check the Advent box? This Advent, go deeper into the mystery and majesty of Emmanual, God with us, and invite God to reveal his past, current, and forever presence in the world and in your life as we wait, yes, but also receive Him right now.

Celebrating Advent: Embrace Jesus in This Season

What caused the Son of God to humble Himself and put on human flesh? Love compelled Him to come for you! This 3-day plan from Abide will help you believe in the light, peace and hope of Christmas like you never have before.

Hope Was Born On Christmas

Discover who God is this Christmas through experiencing His word in song, in text, in what you say and how you share it with each other. Each devotion features a Hear It, Read it, Say It, Share It section where the family can interact with the devotion and apply it to their lives in a fun and meaningful way.