Advent

We hate to admit it, but after years of reading the same story of Christmas, we get a little bored—we lose some of the awe that we had the first time. That's why The Characters of Christmas was written, to give you a fresh look at the Christmas story by getting to know the characters that played a part in Jesus' birth and restore awe to the Christmas story.

The Characters of Christmas: A Five-Day Devotional

Don't lose your focus for the reason of the Christmas season—Jesus. Celebrating Advent is a beautiful way to keep Christ central in the holiday and in this reading plan, you'll take a journey through Scripture to worship our King with daily Bible readings and devotions.

A Weary World Rejoices — an Advent Reading Plan

Discover the wonder of the Christmas story with fresh eyes - looking deeper at the tough experiences, challenging settings, and real people it's made up of. At its heart, the Nativity isn't a cute kids' play: it's the gritty, wondrous story of Jesus entering the mess and madness of the human world.

Gritty Wonder: Christmas Through Fresh Eyes

Dearest Mom, Do you ever wonder what it looks like to both adore and be adored by Jesus? Oh, friend, It’s such a beautiful dance with our Savior that we get to enjoy! Join us as we pause from all the busyness of the season and lean into simple adoration for Christ this Christmas. It will be a special time of simplicity and closeness with your Savior! 

12 Days of Morning Adorations for Moms

This reading plan takes you through some of the themes that came along in "The Shepherd" episode of The Chosen. Reflect, dive into the Bible, and enjoy what Jesus has to say to you.

The Shepherd (S1-E9)

Over the next 12 days, we’re going to take a journey through the Christmas story and discover not only why it’s the greatest story ever told, but also how Christmas is truly for everyone! 

Noel: Christmas Is For Everyone

April Snook gives a special glance at the holiday season with Inside Christmas: Life With Emmanuel, God With Us. The 7-day devotional reading plan shares 7 inside (spirit, soul and body) applications from inside the Christmas story. From no room at the inn to making room within and becoming the INKeeper of your own heart, learn to do life with God, Emmanuel, God with us. 

Inside Christmas: Life With Emmanuel, God With Us

Advent is such a beautiful season each year to reminisce about the birth of Jesus Christ, our Lord. And amidst the feasting and celebration, it is good to look into what the Bible says about Christ, too. In this plan, you are going to learn some Biblical lessons on what happened in scripture before Jesus was born and how it applies to your life.

Six Lessons for Advent

Women bring the present at Christmas. They cook, buy gifts, create crafts, plan parties, coordinate outfits….make MAGIC, and this year will be no different. This devotional is a walk through a few of the women involved in the family line of Christ and his birth. These women faced a myriad of obstacles, but in the end, they brought the most beautiful gift to the world--the presence of Jesus Christ. 