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.
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.
His Presence Now and Forever
But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind.—JAMES 1:6 (ESV)
Magnify the Lord
And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord.”—Luke 1:46 (ESV)
4 Advent Prayers of Hope and Light
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Christmas is coming. A vaccine is coming. The good news is here!
God Is with Us
Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.—ISAIAH 7:14 (NIV)
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.
Messages of Hope for Advent
In this series of videos, Rick Hamlin shares words of inspiration, comfort and hope for the days leading up to Christmas.
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 Is here
Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.—Psalm 27:14 (NIV)
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.
Advent, Day 20: When Christmas Past Is Present
By Norman Vincent Peale7 min read
On this, the 20th day of Advent, Norman Vincent Peale shares some inspiring memories of Christmases gone by.
