Yes, 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 a little earlier than usual. 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 2018 Advent begins on December 2, 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 (Dec 2) – The Prophecy Candle
- Monday (Dec 3) – God Will Invade
- Tuesday (Dec 4) – In the Beginning
- Wednesday (Dec 5) – A Broken World
- Thursday (Dec 6) – The First Prophecy
- Friday (Dec 7) – A Subtle Invasion
- Saturday (Dec 8) – A Costly Invasion
The Second Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 9) – The Bethlehem Candle
- Monday (Dec 10) – God Will Comfort
- Tuesday (Dec 11) – Mary’s Faith
- Wednesday (Dec 12) – Best Supporting Actor
- Thursday (Dec 13) – Simeon’s Patience
- Friday (Dec 14) – Anna’s Focus
- Saturday (Dec 15) – Preparations
The Third Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 16) – The Shepherds Candle
- Monday (Dec 17) – God Will Give Joy
- Tuesday (Dec 18) – Sharing the Joy
- Wednesday (Dec 19) – The Focus of Our Joy
- Thursday (Dec 20) – God’s Joy
- Friday (Dec 21) – The Joy of Forgiveness
- Saturday (Dec 22) – The Miracles of Christmas
The Fourth Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 23) – The Angels Candle
- Christmas Eve (Dec 24) – God with Us