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Reflections on the events of Good Friday told by characters from the nativity stories. An imaginative exploration of the wonder of the nativity and the sacrifice of the crucifixion.

Christmas is a time to celebrate the greatest gift of all, Jesus. Looking at the story of Christ's anticipated arrival at Christmas reminds us that Jesus came to be the fulfillment of God's promises and faithfulness. All our hopes and prayers are answered in the presence of Jesus, Emmanuel, God with us.

Every good story has a plot twist—an unexpected moment that changes everything. One of the biggest plot twists in the Bible is the Christmas story. Over the next five days, we’ll explore how this one event changed the world and how it can change your life today.

The Christmas story is so familiar to those young and old. The manger scenes, shepherds, and wise men are all a part of a narrative that has been retold for over two thousand years. It’s easy to think it has nothing new to teach us. Yet, the word of God is living and active - it works in us in new ways every time we digest it. -Vertical Worship

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but we often find ourselves hustling through the holidays. This Christmas, what if we reclaimed wonder? In this 5-day Bible Plan accompanying Pastor Craig Groeschel’s series, The Gift, we’ll discover how the three gifts the wise men gave Jesus can lead us to a place of wonder and worship today.

Our Christmas story starts with the angel’s annunciation to Mary and concludes with the visit of the Magi. In these reflections and applications of the Christmas narrative I will mostly refer to Luke, as his is the fullest of the gospel accounts.

Cuando hablamos de la Navidad, ¿qué imagen se te viene a la mente? ¿Cuáles son los elementos que aparecen en tu cabeza? Durante los próximos 5 días descubriremos que no hay figuras aleatorias, ni elementos decorativos, sino que cada detalle, por pequeño que sea, tiene un sentido y propósito en esa escena de la natividad. ¿Te atreves a descubrirlos?

There’s something special about Christmas that tends to bring out the best in all of us. We’re usually kinder, more generous, and spend more time with those we love. But what if it didn’t have to end in December? What if we could celebrate Christmas every day?

Christmas is supposed to be a season of joy –– but what exactly is joy and how do you choose it when the world is filled with hurt and hardship? Discover what “joy to the world” really means by immersing yourself in the Christmas story with this special, 7-day Christmas Plan.

The Christmas story is one surprise after another. But sometimes the details become so familiar that they lose their impact. These short prayer devotionals help you to dwell deeply on the most unexpected and significant event in history: that God himself became one of us. Each prayer is written by David Mathis, executive editor for desiringGod.org and pastor at Cities Church in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

It seems we’re all in need of a good hug, real connection, and something delightful to celebrate right now. Our prayer is that this Advent devotional will offer you and your family a way to connect, learn about the real Christmas story, and celebrate Jesus’s birth with new traditions, dinnertime stories, bedtime conversations, and family activities. We hope this Christmas “hug” brings beautiful memories to your home this Advent season!

In Charles Wesley’s famous Christmas hymn, “Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus,” we sing that Jesus is the joy of every longing heart. This Advent, discover how the divine orchestration of human events and various responses to his coming, exposes the longing of our hearts. From kings and rulers to shepherds and expectant virgins, Jesus’ advent reveals what we treasure. Find him the joy of your heart this Christmas.

Este es un tiempo muy especial, una fecha para recodar el acontecimiento que marcó la historia para siempre, ¡el Rey nació! Independientemente de cómo celebres estas fechas hay algo importante que debemos recordar: el nacimiento de Jesús, un puente entre Dios y el hombre. Él quiere nacer en cada corazón y en cada familia. Es Jesús quien da la esperanza y propósito a nuestra celebración.

Cuando nos acercamos a la Palabra de Dios y leemos el relato de la primera Navidad nos encontramos con una maravillosa historia que cambió la historia de la humanidad. En esta historia participan muchos personajes en la que, cada uno desde su lugar, se acercan al encuentro con el nacimiento de Jesús de una manera diferente, pero que entre todos forman el relato de la Navidad. A lo largo de este devocional, que contará de 7 “capítulos”, analizaremos el relato a través de los diferentes personajes que participan en la historia.

A lo largo de estos 10 días te transportarás a Belén y podrás revivir aquellos acontecimientos maravillosos que marcaron la historia, y marcarán tu vida.

Over the next 12 days, we’re going to take a journey through the Christmas story and discover not only why it’s the greatest story ever told, but also how Christmas is truly for everyone!

Este plan de 12 días está basado en el EP musical 'Hacia lo Nuevo' con 4 canciones, cada una reflejando una estación del año. Estos representan las etapas en las que Dios nos lleva cuando quiere hacer algo nuevo, y nuestros corazones necesitan ser pulidos para permitir el crecimiento que nos lleva a una mayor madurez y preparación. ¡Qué nuestra adoración a Jesus se mantenga constante ante todos los cambios!

The false gods invented by humankind to give definition to a god they knew must exist, were, unsurprisingly, very much like humankind. They had to be cajoled and bribed by acts of devotion to take notice of us. But the one true God has taken the initiative and seeks us out––to rescue us back to himself. And that is the Christmas story.

This three week plan walks us through the timeless wonder of how God came to us through His son, Jesus. The plan is designed to begin on a Monday so that each weekend will include shorter content meant for rest and reflection during the holiday season. Join us as we study what the birth of Christ means for our future, present, and past.

The birth of Christ, His advent, marks God's ultimate plan for our redemption. In Christ, we see the fullest picture of God's hope, peace, joy and love. God's Word is the truth by which we know and walk with Him daily. It is our hope that this guide will encourage and facilitate personal time spent in the Word and provide a resource for families with children to do that together.

Start a new Christmas tradition with a non-traditional twist on the season of Advent. An ideal start date for this adventure is December 1st, while an earlier start allows a more relaxed pace. Includes reflection questions and action steps to center each day on Christ. Great for individuals, families, or small groups.

Christmas is a time when we should all expect heaven’s entrance into our dusty, dirty worlds. Christmas is a time that reminds us all that miracles really do happen, prayers are actually answered and that heaven is just one response away. Through the experiences of Mary, Joseph, Zecharias and Elizabeth, the shepherd and the wise men, this devotional explores the significance of the first Christmas and how it intersects with each of our lives today.

For some, Christmas is a time of joy and celebration. For others, it’s a painful reminder of what has been lost. No matter what you’re experiencing this holiday season, Christmas is an opportunity to focus on the source of our hope. We invite you to join the North Point staff for the next 25 days as we come together to experience the magic of Christmas. Join the conversation using #NPDevo.

Christmas is truly the greatest story ever told: one of God’s perfect faithfulness, power, salvation, and unfailing love. Let’s take a journey over the next 25 days to discover God’s intricate plan to save the world from sin and the promises fulfilled in the birth of His Son.

¿Y si esta Navidad recordásemos los milagros que Jesús realizó en la vida de los que vinieron a Él? Te propongo que, durante este periodo de Adviento, seas inspirado/a a través de estas 25 apasionantes historias basadas en los personajes de la serie The Chosen. ¡Que sus poderosos testimonios te inspiren a experimentar y a convertirte en un milagro de Dios para los demás! ¡Eres un Milagro! Christian Misch