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? START NOW

‘Tis the season to be jolly, but also very busy.  Come away for a few moments of rest and worship that will sustain you throughout the merry labors of the season this Christmas by taking moments to remember His goodness, express your neediness, seek His stillness, and trust His faithfulness.  
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In Isaiah 9:6, we see that Jesus is our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. In this 5-Day Plan, we'll celebrate the arrival of Jesus by learning about His different names, and how they apply to our lives today.   START NOW

Fill your home, head, and heart with the songs of Christmas.  

Hidden Christmas encourages readers to rethink their understanding of the holiday and rediscover the profound and transformative message of hope, love, and salvation that lies at the heart of the Christmas story. It invites readers to embrace the true meaning of Christmas and reflect on the deeper spiritual truths it represents.

So much of the holiday season is rushing and waiting. We rush to decorate, buy gifts, attend parties, and see family. We wait for the cookies to bake, Santa to arrive, and a comforting return to normalcy. In the midst of it all, it’s easy to forget to help our kids understand what makes this season important: spending time with loved ones and reflecting on the amazing gift of Jesus.  The best present you could ever give is your presence. Here are five ways to make quality memories with your family this season.

Turn off the lights and read the Christmas story from Luke 1-2:38 by the light of the Christmas tree. If you have a house with younger kids, you could even use characters from a Nativity scene to act out the story. 

Turn your pancakes into snowmen with chocolate chip faces and bacon scarves or make your seasonal French toast casserole. Holiday meals give your family members something to look forward to each year. 

Leave bagged holiday snacks and drinks at your doorstep for the delivery people who show up all season. Make a festive sign to say “thank you!” 

Have each family member choose a cookie cutter or ornament that represents something good God has done for them this year. Then, decorate the tree or bake and decorate a batch of cut-out cookies. 

At bedtime, share the story of each of your kid’s birth or arrival in the family.  Tell them of your excitement and joy just as the shepherds and wise men were amazed at the birth of Jesus.

FROM THE PARENT CUE