Christmas and Advent Archives

Remember this Christmas season that love, pain, and grief can coexist because emotions are complex, yet they are still gifts from God.

The Holidays can be a difficult and poignant time as the seasons of life change. We need real and lasting help from the Helper of our souls.

Ethical shopping should matter to Christians—here’s how aligning your purchases with your faith can reflect God’s values and support justice.

Read what the Bible says about the birth of Jesus Christ. Was He really born in a manger or is that just part of the Christmas story we hear today?

As you think about Joseph today, is there something God is asking of you? Something where you don’t know the outcome and all you can do is trust...

Jesus was simply a baby, and yet so many people were amazed at His glory. We serve such a big God and He is worthy. As we learn fun facts about His...

Simple Advent traditions to deepen your home’s celebration of Christ.

In the devotions to follow, we’ll look at twelve names of Jesus described in the “Christmas stories” of Scripture. I pray these readings will be a...

The holiday season is a time of year when families come together and celebrate. While it is easy to get caught up in the expenses of gifts and...

I want to encourage you to do something different so that when January comes around, there are no regrets. You can do it, but you need to be smart...

Between working, shuttling the kids around, and shopping, they have their hands full. Not to mention, they feel the weight of ensuring all the...

Popular secular Christmas songs often carry deeper spiritual meanings when viewed through a Christ-centered perspective. Songs like Mariah Carey's...

If possible, a calm, informational negotiation between the two biological parents should include reviewing the calendar, visitation times, and...

Over the years, as my daughter learned Spanish in high school, I had a greater appreciation for how these two words mean more than a Spanish “Merry...

There are many family members who will try to push us to go further in the conversation or try to hit a nerve with us, but we always have the...