A Father Looks Back at the Joys of the Season with His Sons
By Rick Hamlin4 min read
Now a grandfather, Rick Hamlin reflects on how faith played an important role during Christmas time with his kids.
Advent
Advent is a time of prayerful anticipation, as we mark the days before Christmas with excitement and prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
How Candles Can Light Up Your Prayers
By Bob Hostetler2 min read
The warmth, the flickering, even the fragrance can prompt prayers throughout your day.
How to Praise God, Just Like Mary
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
A closer look at the Magnificat, as we prepare for Christ’s birth
Two Very Special Bible Verses for Advent
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Words for the season, for holding closely in your heart and your head
How to Pray Like a Secret Santa
By Bob Hostetler3 min read
Powerful ways to pray in the moment for just about anyone—including those you don’t know.
A Good Place to Keep Your Prayers? In a Jar!
By Bob Hostetler2 min read
During the Advent season, here’s a way to enliven and encourage your prayer life.
An Advent Message from Rick Hamlin: The Joys of a Crèche at Christmas
Rick shares why a nativity scene is such a treasured part of his family’s holiday season.
4 Advent Prayers of Hope and Light
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Christmas is coming. A vaccine is coming. The good news is here!
3 One-Word Prayers When You’re Feeling Impatient
By Bob Hostetler2 min read
Instead of being frustrated about a delay or interruption, invite God to fill the time.
An Advent Message from Rick Hamlin: Be the Light in Someone’s Life!
Rick reminds us that Jesus told us we were the light of the world, and during the Christmas season, small gestures allow us to be just that.
An Advent Message from Rick Hamlin: Christmas Is Coming!
Rick Hamlin reminds us that that in this time of waiting for a return to something like normal, a day of great celebration is just around the corner.
Advent, Day 21: Angels and the Star of Bethlehem
By Norman Vincent Peale2 min read
On this, the 21st day of Advent, we share a devotion from Norman Vincent Peale that explores what it is that angels can teach us, at Christmas and all the year round.
