Christmas and Advent

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  Protecting Your Mental Health This Holiday Season While those suffering from mental health issues during the holidays may not always find instant relief, the Lord is timeless and true, and when it is time, His deliverance will arise.
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  4 Tips for Splitting the Holidays as Newlyweds You and your spouse need to be on the same page when explaining to both of your families. There may be some disappointment, but you don't want to give in to one family or the other or make one side seem more...
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  30 Advent Bible Verses and Scriptures for Reflection This is Advent. We celebrate a coming. We celebrate an arrival. The arrival of a baby boy born in a stable. A baby, yet a king. Candace Crabtree Nov 22, 2021
• When Jealousy Creeps Up Around the Holidays You are extremely special and God has a plan for your future—and this future does not include jealousy. Vivian Bricker Nov 19, 2021
• From Adam to Jesus: The Jesse Tree Tradition If you are looking for a simple yet effective family Advent activity, take a moment to consider the Jesse Tree. Danielle Olander Nov 18, 2021
• What Is the Meaning of the Word Noel? Noel is a term commonly synonymous with Christmas. From carols to greeting cards, it fits snuggly into Christmas vocabulary, but what does Noel really mean? Cally Logan Nov 18, 2021
• How to Embrace God's Gift of Joy This Christmas Jesus is saying the same thing to you that He said to Mary so long ago. "Greetings favored one. The Lord is with you." You are highly favored by God Himself. Not because of who you are or what you've done...
• 4 Invitations to Rejoice and Be Glad When Holidays Don't Go according to Plan Embracing the playfulness of Advent allows us to live with open hands toward our neighbors, practicing generosity, kindness, and love. It frees us from fear. It binds us to hope. Here are four ways we can... Courtney Ellis Nov 15, 2021
• How to Keep the "Thanksgiving Mindset" through Christmas There is nothing wrong with loving Christmas immensely, but it is important to check our hearts as we enter into the season. Part of the heart of Christmas is holding a mindset of thanksgiving. Cally Logan Nov 11, 2021
• So What’s for Christmas This Year? I want to wrap something as much as the next merry Christmas person, but I also want to give people what they need, not what I need, and it’s more than giving five seconds of cheer. Jesus gave a lasting gift...
• Understanding the Meaning and Symbolism of the Advent Wreath & Candles “Advent” means “arrival” or “coming,” and it prompts us to pause each day in December and remember why Jesus came at Christmas. Traditions vary by country, but common ways of commemorating Jesus’ birth are... Laura Richie Nov 02, 2021
• When Does Advent Start in 2024? Sunday Schedule and Meanings Advent marks the start of a season of preparation that looks forward to the celebration of Christmas and the second coming of Christ. Contributing Writers Nov 01, 2021