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Kapag naririnig natin noon ang salitang Christmas o Pasko, agad-agad ay kasiyahan at excitement ang naiisip at nadarama natin – nguni’t biglang nagkaroon ng pandemya at sari-saring crisis sa Pilipinas at maging sa iba’t ibang bahagi ng mundo. Malungkot ba ang Pasko mo ngayon? Layon ng Plan na ito na sa harap ng napakahirap na sitwasyon ay makita pa rin natin ang tunay na kasiyahan at kahulugan ng Pasko.

Millions of Christians around the world will be celebrating Christmas this year. Advent, a beautifully symbolic celebration leading up to Christmas Day, is a huge part of the Christmas festivities in many countries. As you read this exciting Advent devotional, you'll have the opportunity to join in and celebrate with your brothers and sisters from far off nations and learn from their unique and powerful perspectives and traditions.

The Christmas story is the story of how God intervened in history through the birth of Jesus. The lives of Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds were utterly changed by this event. They found hope, love, peace, and joy; join the team from Vertical Worship as we remember together how, through Jesus, we can find these too. 

Christmas is coming! With it comes Advent – preparing for and celebrating Jesus’ birth. But does that fact get lost by the busy holiday schedule, shopping for the perfect gift, or hosting family gatherings? In the steady rush of the Christmas season, experience new ways to engage with God’s Word, ultimately drawing you closer to Him. Awaken your soul in this 4-day reading plan from Thomas Nelson's Abide Bible Journals.