Advent 2025

Posted on November 30, 2025 by

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There is something special about this time of year, as the world around us anticipates the approach of Christmas Day. Many say the Christmas season begins the day after Thanksgiving. In the Christian church, this season is better known as Advent, which officially begins each year on the fourth Sunday prior to Christmas. And with today being that fourth Sunday, today is the first day of Advent. The word “Advent” is Latin and it means “coming.” Many churches observe Advent and Christ’s coming by lighting a candle on the four Sundays before Christmas. The four candles represent Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love.

Advent has an additional meaning for Christians, because we are waiting for Jesus’ second arrival. Luke 21:27 (NKJV) reminds us, “Then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.” What a glorious day that will be!

Unfortunately, the Advent season can feel hectic to many of us, with additional shopping, cooking, planning, decorating, and more. And with the busyness and distractions this season brings, it seems to zip by so fast.

That’s why it’s important for us to be intentional about celebrating Advent. We have to make the choice to slow down and focus on the reason for the season – Jesus.

If you are looking for meaningful devotions this December to help you savor our Savior, I invite you to check out the blogs listed below. One of my blogging friends had an idea to spread the love of Jesus this Advent season; and several other bloggers joined in.

Loring Schultz  – Word For The Soul

Alan Kearns – Devotional Treasure

Nathan R Dooley – Time For Providence

David Duncan – David’s Daily Dose

Rainer Bantau – The Devotional Guy

Cindi West – God Still Speaks

Barb Hegreberg – My Life in our Father’s World

I hope you find some inspiration and encouragement through these links. Since I am still working on the series from Psalm 23, my friend, Rainer over at The Devotional Guy™, will be graciously sharing some guest posts I’ve written for Advent.

(And a quick note that I won’t be posting this Tuesday. I will be back on December 9 to continue the Psalm 23 series.)

Thank you for stopping by. I pray that in the weeks ahead, in the midst of the hustle and bustle, you are able to take some time to slow down and focus on Jesus. Remember how much His birth, life, death, and resurrection mean to us.

 #ADVENT2025

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34 Comments on “Advent 2025”

  1. You did a great job describing what the Christian celebration of Advent is, Bridget. I grew up Southern Baptist and we didn’t necessarily follow the church year. It’s only since I started attending a more mainline protestant church that I learned the meaning behind Advent and the four candles, plus the Christ candle that we light at Christmas Eve candlelight service. Blessings to you and yours!

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    • When I was young we went to a Methodist church and I can vaguely remember the candles. Now I go to a non-denominational church and they don’t light the candles. But I like the practice of it to help keep the focus on Jesus and what He means to us. Thank you for your kind words, David. Blessings to you and yours too 🙏🏻

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  2. I am so happy you are taking part in this project, Bridget, as we seek to magnify and glorify Jesus. As David said, you do an excellent job unpacking what Advent is all about. I grew up observing and celebrating Advent as a kid even though we weren’t involved in church in any way. It is become observation that has taken on new meaning for me in many ways. Blessings 🙏

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    • I love the idea of the candles because it helps us to keep our thoughts on Jesus and the true reason for the season. The hustle and bustle of December often takes our focus away. And since all of our churches don’t light the candles, I am glad you had this idea to bring our focus to Jesus through these reflections. Thank you, Rainer! Blessings to you too 🙏🏻

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  4. Oh I love this and thanks for sharing the above links. I want to read anything uplifting this season. May all our hearts soar with HIS light, love and joy!! PSALM 34: 3 “Oh, Magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt HIS name together!”

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  5. This is a great summary of the main points of Advent Bridget. I particularly like the phrase “to savour the Saviour” – what a brilliant description of personal meditation on our Lord. I look forward to reading your Advent posts sister. May our Father God bless you and your family 🙏

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    • It’s all about Jesus and what He means to us. The weeks ahead will be a wonderful time as we grow in His love. Thank you for your kind words. And God bless you and your family, Alan 🙏🏻

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  7. Amen 🤲 Bridget. Advent always brings me back to the simple truth that Jesus is our Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. In the middle of the rush, He’s the reason we slow down.

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