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Editor's note: Advent is two weeks away! For the season, I highly recommend Jesus Listens for Advent & Christmas by Sarah Young, a perfect devotional for Advent. Place it on your nightstand to read in the evening or in your briefcase, book bag, or travel bag to read on the go. It's a wonderful addition to Bible reading for everyone.
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My delightful Lord,
This is the day that You have made! As I rejoice in this day of life, it will yield precious gifts and beneficial training. I want to walk with You along the high road of thanksgiving — discovering all the delights You have prepared for me.
To protect my thankfulness throughout this holiday season, I need to remember that I reside in a fallen world where blessings and sorrows intermingle freely. When I’m too focused on troubles, I walk through a day that’s brimming with beauty and brightness while seeing only the grayness of my thoughts. Neglecting the practice of giving thanks darkens my mind and dims my vision. Lord, please clear up my vision by helping me remember to thank You at all times. When I’m grateful, I can walk through the darkest days with Joy in my heart because I know that the Light of Your Presence is still shining on me. So I rejoice in You — my delightful, steadfast Companion. In Your bright, shining Name, Jesus, amen.
When you approach Me with thanksgiving, the Light of My Presence pours into you, transforming you through and through.
This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. — Psalm 118:24 ESV Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. — Colossians 4:2 Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, O Lord. They rejoice in your name all day long; they exult in your righteousness. — Psalm 89:15–16 * |
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I want to walk with You along the high road of thanksgiving — discovering all the delights You have prepared for me. |
I want to walk with You along the high road of thanksgiving — discovering all the delights You have prepared for me. |
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| Delightful Lord,
I love listening to the song that You continually sing to me: “I take great delight in you; I renew you by My Love; I shout for Joy over you.” The voices of this world are a cacophony of chaos, pulling me this way and that — especially in the weeks leading up to Christmas. Help me not to listen to those voices but to challenge them with Your Word. Show me how to take breaks from the noise of the world — finding a place to be still in Your Presence so I can hear Your voice.
I believe there is immense hidden treasure to be found through listening to You. You are always pouring out blessings upon me, but some of Your richest blessings have to be actively sought. I rejoice when You reveal Yourself to me — through Your Word, Your people, and the wonders of creation. Having a seeking heart opens me up to receive more of You. The Bible gives me clear instructions: Keep on asking and it will be given to you; keep on seeking and you will find; keep on knocking and the door will be opened to you. In Your generous Name, Jesus, amen. |
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Let’s spend the upcoming Advent season calling the Lord delightful and truly delighting in Him with thanksgiving and gratitude for His goodness! ~ Devotionals Daily |
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Spend the days of Advent and Christmas with intentionality |
Jesus Listens for Advent and Christmas: Prayers for the Season |
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This devotional collection of prayers and reflections from Sarah Young's bestselling Jesus Listens and Jesus Calling prepares your spirit for the Savior's coming, helps you spend the days of Advent and Christmas with intentionality, and carries you into the New Year with your heart and mind fixed on Jesus. Enjoy more peaceful moments this holiday season with Jesus Listens for Advent and Christmas. This inspirational holiday devotional also includes Scripture verses, and words of hope from God's heart to yours. Jesus Listens for Advent and Christmas is ideal for: - Anyone longing to draw closer to Jesus during the Advent and Christmas season.
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Those who are looking for comfort, calm, and peace in place of the holiday bustle.
- Families who want to cultivate a tradition of Advent prayers and devotions together.
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Receive a FREE advent prayer calendar with your purchase! |
. With the free calendar, you'll be guided through 25 days of prayer prompts to use through the Advent season while reading the beautiful companion prayer devotional. These free printable prayer prompts align with the devotional prayers in the book, and will help you draw closer to Jesus through this special season.
As you pray Scripture throughout this holiday season, you'll experience not only God's answers, but also how prayer connects you to God, changes your heart, and brings peace and joy to one of the greatest celebrations of the year. It's perfect for anyone wanting to start a new tradition of praying through Advent. The prayer calendar will be delivered to your email after purchase - available exclusively at FaithGateway. |
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This full-color prayer book includes: -
Prayers, reflections, and Bible verses based on the Christmas story and prophecies of Jesus' birth.
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As you pray Scripture throughout this holiday season, you'll experience not only God's answers, but also how prayer connects you to God, changes your heart, and brings peace and joy to one of the greatest celebrations of the year. |
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