I know it’s a bit early to be writing about Christmas. But, since so many people use these Advent Reflections each year, including many pastors who are already working on their holiday messages, I decided to post this year’s reflections now. If you find them to be helpful, please feel free to send me some feedback!
How are you preparing your heart for Christmas? Celebrating Advent helps us focus on the spiritual aspects of Christmas in the midst of all the busyness of the holiday season. In 2025 Advent begins on November 30, and it continues through Christmas Eve. The Advent readings below are designed to help you prepare your heart for Christmas. Use them for personal reflection or make them part of a family tradition!
The First Week of Advent
- Sunday (Nov 30) – The Prophecy Candle
- Monday (Dec 1) – God Will Invade
- Tuesday (Dec 2) – In the Beginning
- Wednesday (Dec 3) – A Broken World
- Thursday (Dec 4) – The First Prophecy
- Friday (Dec 5) – A Subtle Invasion
- Saturday (Dec 6) – A Costly Invasion
The Second Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 7) – The Bethlehem Candle
- Monday (Dec 8) – God Will Comfort
- Tuesday (Dec 9) – Mary’s Faith
- Wednesday (Dec 10) – Best Supporting Actor
- Thursday (Dec 11) – Simeon’s Patience
- Friday (Dec 12) – Anna’s Focus
- Saturday (Dec 13) – Preparations
The Third Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 14) – The Shepherds Candle
- Monday (Dec 15) – God Will Give Joy
- Tuesday (Dec 16) – Sharing the Joy
- Wednesday (Dec 17) – The Focus of Our Joy
- Thursday (Dec 18) – God’s Joy
- Friday (Dec 19) – The Joy of Forgiveness
- Saturday (Dec 20) – The Miracles of Christmas
The Fourth Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 21) – The Angels Candle
- Monday (Dec 22) – A Restored Relationship
- Tuesday (Dec 23) – The Big Picture
- Christmas Eve (Dec 24) – God with Us