Advent

There are many hymns that express the wonderful promises that surround our Savior's birth. These devotions are based on several of those hymns.

An Advent Playlist: Hymn-Based Devotions

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.

Advent: Catholic Reflections

Shane & Shane’s Christmas album is stacked with Christ-centered carols that will prepare your heart for the season. This 10-day reading plan will deepen your faith and help bring in the holidays! Download the Christmas album as a companion to the plan!

Christmas: The Worship Initiative

An Advent journey of faith and strength for Christian military women as we look to Isaiah's prophecy of the coming Savior. We have access to the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. In preparation for the celebration of Jesus’ birth, we will examine how Jesus fulfilled each of the names Isaiah prophesied. 

Seeing Jesus in Isaiah's Prophecy

Experience the warmth of Christmas through the winsome wit and wisdom of beloved writer G. K. Chesterton. Find encouragement for the holiday season with selections of Chesterton's writings accompanied by commentary, scripture readings, and reflections! 

Christmas With G.K. Chesterton: A 5-Day Advent Devotional

"All is calm. All is bright." This busy time of year can feel anything but calm or bright. Yet, the season of Advent calls us to stay alert to the peace and light Christ brought in His birth and His eventual return. To help us sharpen our gaze, we will incorporate artwork from the Abide Bible alongside Advent Scripture verses to prepare our hearts for Jesus' arrival.

Advent & Art: Using Art to Abide in Christ Throughout the Christmas Season

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

The Advent Season offers a unique opportunity to focus our hearts, minds, and souls on the birth of Jesus. The ultimate miracle and gift to the world is ours to know intimately! Rejoice that the Savior has come, and give thanks that He will come again. With this five-day plan from Rush podcast by Gather Ministries, recalibrate and reconnect your heart to Jesus through worship and reflection.

The Season Of Advent // Turn Your Eyes To Jesus

Get in the spirit of Christmas this year by spending the month of December reading through the story of Jesus's birth and finding practical ways share joy and love with others. Complete this plan by yourself or as a family!