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This plan follows the prophecies about the Messiah and then the life of Jesus. During this advent season as MyLocal church, we want to look at the life of Jesus and his incredible message to humanity. We believe Jesus is the Messiah prophesied about in the Hebrew Bible: Emmanuel, 'God with us'. In this winter season we remember hope despite the circumstances.

We’re filled with anticipation as we lean into this season of celebration with the intention of tuning into the heart of God. Join us for 4 weeks as we: Behold Beauty, Break Barriers, Make Room, and are Surprised by God. Like all the best stuff in life, this journey is best taken with others.

Revive your heart and rescue your dreams this Christmas while reading through the Advent themes: Hope, Peace, Joy and Love.

Advent is a season of waiting, remembering, and rejoicing. We wait for Christ’s return, celebrating His first coming even as we wait and long for His return. We remember the brokenness of our world and how He will bring restoration and wholeness when He comes. And we praise Him, remembering the joy we have as we place our hope in Christ. The God Who Restores Bible study journal leads us through the season of Advent, a season of waiting and great expectation of our coming by through our eternal King.

Advent is a time to celebrate and walk deeply with the Lord as we reflect on the significance of the greatest gift ever given, Jesus. Amidst the craziness of the world, take some time this season to center yourself back on the hope we have in Jesus with The Gift Advent Bible Plan.

Have you ever wondered if God really loves you and uses your life? Advent is the perfect time to see how God wants to capture our hearts by His love. Explore the season through the eyes of someone on a journey to find meaning beyond the traditional Christmas story we all know. This devotional brings a unique approach to December as we consider 25 ways God “wows” us with Jesus.

Prepare yourself to celebrate the real reason for the season—Jesus! Enjoy 5 Advent devotions to start the month of December off right. These short, engaging reflections focused on hope, combined with the beauty and relevance of The Passion Translation—a fresh, faithful translation of the Bible—provide the inspiration you need to celebrate the true reason for the season.

A Hope Fulfilled - Advent Devotional explores the prophetic fulfillment of Jesus' birth as foretold in the Old Testament. Each week will have an introductory devotional on Sunday, followed by paired devotionals from the Old (promise) and New Testaments (fulfillment). Journey with Regent University School of Divinity’s faculty and staff as our hearts are once again recaptured by the beauty of Jesus' incarnation and how, through Christ, our hope is fulfilled.

We’re filled with anticipation as we lean into this season of celebration with the intention of tuning into the heart of God. Join us for 4 weeks as we: Behold Beauty, Break Barriers, Make Room, and are Surprised by God. Like all the best stuff in life, this journey is best taken with others—so grab a friend or two and your sense of wonder and roll into the Advent Season.

A Hope Eternal – Advent Devotional explores the biblical themes of hope, joy, love, and peace as we celebrate the first coming and await the final return of Christ Jesus. Journey with Regent University School of Divinity’s faculty and staff as our hearts are once again recaptured by the Holy Spirit, focused on the eternal hope found in the incarnation of God’s Son, our Prince of Peace.

Advent fills us with anticipation leading up to Jesus' miraculous birth. In this plan, discover how the need for a Savior was part of God's "perfect plan" all along. We find hope in the lineage of Jesus, recognize that God is our perfect Father, understand the need for humility, and take full confidence that the Peace of Christ goes with us this Christmas season and beyond.

Experience the greatest story ever told, the birth of Jesus, through the lens of the timeless Christmas carol, "O Holy Night." This advent devotional is great for the whole family to read together!

For the next 25 days, join us in the reading plan as we put on the light, one candle at a time. To remind ourselves to take off those things that we do not need and wrap ourselves in what is coming: the Light of the World. It is the season of Advent, a time of wonder and anticipation, a time to ponder the miracle and mystery of Christ’s birth!

Rahab and Ruth never expected to be in the lineage of the Son of God. Zechariah was simply showing up for his turn in the temple when an angel showed up too, announcing old Zechariah and old wife would have a baby! Augustus Caesar sent out a decree to tax the world, and ended up fulfilling a prophecy. Yet God was at work in all of these people and situations.

We all have special traditions, gifts or activities that we remember from Christmastime and Advent as a child. Many children start looking forward to the holiday months in advance with anticipation and excitement. What if we had that same wonder and anticipation as adults for Christmas and Jesus' Birth? Journey toward Christmas Day with encouraging devotions for each day.

We’re filled with anticipation as we lean into this season of celebration with the intention of tuning into the heart of God. Join us for 4 weeks as we: Behold Beauty, Break Barriers, Make Room, and are Surprised by God. Like all the best stuff in life, this journey is best taken with others—so grab a friend or two and your sense of wonder and roll into the Advent Season.

So often, the holidays come and go before we have a chance to focus on preparing our hearts for Christmas. Advent is our way of remembering that God came to be with us, is still with us, and will come again. Over the next 5 days, we’ll examine the four Advent themes: hope, peace, love, and joy.

This advent devotional from Thistlebend Ministries is for families or individuals to prepare our hearts to celebrate the Messiah. Special emphasis is given to what Christ's coming means for our lives today. Designed to be started on December 1. May your family make lasting memories as you use this guide to see your Father's steadfast, covenantal love for each of you.

The beginning of the Advent season is a tradition in many Christian churches that helps believers prepare their hearts, minds, and lives for the coming of the Messiah. In this reading plan we will look forward to the arrival of our King.

Count down to Christmas with the first seven days of a 26-day Advent Activity Calendar from Words of Hope. Each day includes a Bible reading, devotional, and short activity—acts of service, fun, and reflection to fill your life and others with the joy of our Savior.

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.

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.

The holidays bring excitement and busyness, sweet moments and chaos, blessing and frustration. In the hustle, bustle, merry, and bright, we’re looking expectantly for perfect presents and serene gatherings. The reality often falls short of our expectations. And that’s why celebrating Advent is an important rhythm for our calendars. As you eagerly anticipate Christmas day, find moments to pause and rest in the story of God’s love.

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.

As you enter the Christmas season, this devotional will help you understand about the depth of God's love and the incredible gift that He has given us. These five readings from the Once-A-Day 25 Days of Advent Devotional will prepare your heart for a season that is filled with hope, love and promise, and you will learn about how the humble arrival of Jesus will lead to His triumphant return.