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 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 2021 Advent begins on November 28, 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 28) – The Prophecy Candle
- Monday (Nov 29) – God Will Invade
- Tuesday (Nov 30) – In the Beginning
- Wednesday (Dec 1) – A Broken World
- Thursday (Dec 2) – The First Prophecy
- Friday (Dec 3) – A Subtle Invasion
- Saturday (Dec 4) – A Costly Invasion
The Second Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 5) – The Bethlehem Candle
- Monday (Dec 6) – God Will Comfort
- Tuesday (Dec 7) – Mary’s Faith
- Wednesday (Dec 8) – Best Supporting Actor
- Thursday (Dec 9) – Simeon’s Patience
- Friday (Dec 10) – Anna’s Focus
- Saturday (Dec 11) – Preparations
The Third Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 12) – The Shepherds Candle
- Monday (Dec 13) – God Will Give Joy
- Tuesday (Dec 14) – Sharing the Joy
- Wednesday (Dec 15) – The Focus of Our Joy
- Thursday (Dec 16) – God’s Joy
- Friday (Dec 17) – The Joy of Forgiveness
- Saturday (Dec 18) – The Miracles of Christmas
The Fourth Week of Advent
- Sunday (Dec 19) – The Angels Candle
- Monday (Dec 20) – A Restored Relationship
- Tuesday (Dec 21) – Responding to the King
- Wednesday (Dec 22) – A Creative Savior
- Christmas Eve (Dec 24) – God with Us