Christmas and Advent

You’re allowed to grieve and still celebrate. Discover how God’s presence meets you in pain and why hope is never out of reach, especially at Christmas.

Here are 7 meaningful ways to celebrate Christmas with joy and wonder when you’re spending the holiday alone.

What are we putting in our children’s hands—and what are we taking from their hearts? One parent’s bold decision about smartphones will challenge how we think about distractions, addiction, and the unseen dangers shaping this generation.

The world was dark when Jesus was born, and it’s dark now. But through obedience, peace, and steady faith, we can shine with His light—right where we are.

Wives give so much of themselves to their husbands, their families, and to the responsibility that comes as a wife. Very rarely do wives get a portion of time to enjoy themselves with their friends, hassle-free. An option this Christmas is to set up a time when your wife can unplug from all on her to-do list and plug into time with her friends.

Whether your home is adorned with decorations and you’ve got Christmas carols playing all day long, or you’re still struggling to get into the spirit of the holiday, God’s Word can help us focus on Jesus and remind us what this season is all about.

The tree is lit, the gifts are wrapped—but did we forget the Guest of honor? These simple, soul-filling ideas will help you make Christ the center of your Christmas before the season slips away.

Remember that the worth of a gift is not in how much it costs,but in how much you give.You can give yourthought, your prayers, your creativity, your time, and yourlove through giving a gift from the heart.

As the holidays approach, it is almost impossible to escape the theme of romance. From Hallmark movies to jewelry store ads, the holidays constantly bring up couples. That can be a harsh reminder for those who are single, and especially one for those who are newly single at Christmas.

These three central colors of Advent are endowed with profound meaning. Improve your understanding and gratitude of the Advent season by knowing what each color signifies and why it is used on the Advent wreath.

Unfortunately, many of the classic or popular Christmas movies don’t talk about Jesus, the whole reason for the holiday. These secularized stories mention “Christmas spirit” and focus on general family traditions or Santa Claus. At the same time, any great story impacts us because it reflects God’s epic redemptive story, the one he’s telling and invites us into.

It may not make sense. The situation may seem impossible. The odds may be stacked against you. Trust God.

What if you could end each day leading up to Christmas in quiet prayer and deep comfort? Let these 12 reflections help you do just that.

There’s no doubt that ‘Mary Did You Know’ is one of the most popular modern Christmas songs. And today, the talented a cappella group, Pentatonix, is performing this powerful Christmas hymn. And the Pentatonix 'Mary Did You Know' is simply stunning.

What if having a big dinner and gathering around the tree the day after Christmas would ease the child's stress?Thisis not a suggestion to become weak or a doormat with the former spouse.Ratherit's how to choosepeace, even if it means sacrifice, for the emotional sake of the children.