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28 Days of Advent

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Advent slide: Nov 27, Psalm 27:1

1 of 29 Day 1: Sunday, November 27

Remember God is always with you. For more on Psalm 27, watch this video.


Advent, Day 2: List 3 good things that happened to you today.

2 of 29 Day 2: Monday, November 28

Pray for guidance as you rethink your daily routine and renew your spirit.

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Advent, Day 3: Ask God to shine His light on the lonely

3 of 29 Day 3: Tuesday, November 29

Say this prayer for those who feel alone during the holidays.


Advent, Day 4: Plan your dream vacation, even if you never take it.

4 of 29 Day 4: Wednesday, November 30

Travel with Guideposts to a small town where Christmas is year-round!


Advent, Day 5: An inspiring story of a coffee company that helps military veterans

5 of 29 Day 5: Thursday, December 1

Read this inspiring story of a coffee company that helps returning military veterans adjust to civilian life.

Advent, Day 6: Post a Christmas memory on Facebook

6 of 29 Day 6: Friday, December 2

Enjoy these special Christmas memories from HGTV star Erin Napier.

Advent, Day 7: Savor the sunrise and the sunset.

7 of 29 Day 7: Saturday, December 3

Holly Lebowitz Rossi shares her thoughts on the positive power of celebrating the sunsets.

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Advent, Day 8: Embrace the season's joys on this second Sunday of Advent.

8 of 29 Day 8: Tuesday, December 4

Embrace the season’s joys on this, the second Sunday of Advent.


Advent, Day 9: Read a poem.

9 of 29 Day 9: Monday, December 5

Learn how poetry can enrich your prayer life.


Advent, Day 10: Forgive someone

10 of 29 Day 10: Tuesday, December 6

Give your loved ones the gift of forgiveness.

Advent, Day 11: Make a paper snowflake

11 of 29 Day 11: Wednesday, December 7

Learn how to make your own beautiful Christmas snowflake with expert Keith Bonnstetter.


Advent, Day 12: Send a handwritten letter.

12 of 29 Day 12: Thursday, December 8

Brighten someone’s day with a handwritten letter.

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Advent, Day 13: Commit a random act of kindess todasy

13 of 29 Day 13: Friday, December 9

Make someone’s day season merry and bright by committing a random act of kindness today.


Advent, Day 14: Smile! It's the holidays!

14 of 29 Day 14: Saturday, December 10

These simple pleasures of the season will bring a smile to your face!


Advent, Day 15: Serve others this holiday season

15 of 29 Day 15: Sunday, December 11

The Christmas season is the perfect time to be of service to others.


Advent, Day 16: Let a Bible verse inspire you to doodle.

16 of 29 Day 16: Monday, December 12

Let a favorite Bible verse inspire you to doodle.


Advent, Day 17: Make someone's day by offering them a compliment.

17 of 29 Day 17: Tuesday, December 13

A compliment has the power to change a life.

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Advent, Day 18: Do your morning devotion with your pet beside you.

18 of 29 Day 18: Wednesday, December 14

Cuddle with your pooch while you seek your morning inspiration.


Advent, Day 19: Surprise your delivery person with a candy cane

19 of 29 Day 19: Thursday, December 15

Surprise someone with a candy cane for Christmas.


Advent, Day 20: Watch a classic TV special.

20 of 29 Day 20: Friday, December 16

Up for watching a classic Christmas TV special? Here are eight of our favorites.


Advent, Day 21: Run an errand for someone who lives alone.

21 of 29 Day 21: Saturday, December 17

Look for ways you can be a good neighbor and a Good Samaritan.


Advent, Day 22: Rick Hamlin sings 'Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow'

22 of 29 Day 22: Sunday, December 18

Listen as Rick Hamlin sings “Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow.”

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Advent, Day 23: Count the shepherds' sheep as you drift off to sleep tonight.

23 of 29 Day 23: Monday, December 19

Or if you prefer, perhaps you might pray the alphabet.


Advent, Day 25: Bring your problem to God.

24 of 29 Day 24: Tuesday, December 20

Learn why problems can be good for your prayers.


Advent, Day 25: Listen to some Christmas music.

25 of 29 Day 25: Wednesday, December 21

Learn the origins of some of your favorite Christmas carols.


Advent, Day 26: Celebrate the joys of aging

26 of 29 Day 26: Thursday, December 22

Learn how aging can be a positive thing.


Advent, Day 27: Enjoy hot cocoa with your family

27 of 29 Day 27: Friday, December 23

Try these different ways to enjoy hot chocolate!

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Advent, Day 28: Read the Christmas story.

28 of 29 Day 28: Saturday, December 24

Read the Christmas story to your loved ones.


Merry Christmas!

29 of 29 Christ Is Born!

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