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• Podcasts
  • Preparing for a Holiday That Will Disappoint
    Courtney and Melissa talk about the gap between our high expectations for the holidays and the disappointment we often feel in others or in ourselves. They discuss how to be proactive in preparing our hearts to hope in the Lord rather than in perfection, how to bear the fruit of the Spirit while meeting the practical needs of those around us, and how inviting nonfamily into family holidays can bring great blessing.
  • Preparing for Advent Season
    The Advent season offers unique opportunities for family and personal discipleship. So how can we prepare well? In this episode, The Gospel Coalition staff Kendra Dahl, Melissa Kruger, Jared Kennedy, and Bill Kynes share their experiences navigating the Christmas season as individuals, as families, and within church communities. They suggest resources, reflect on memorable traditions, and consider opportunities for outreach, connection, and celebration.

 

• RightNow Media
  • Advent – 4 Session Video (Avg 12 minutes): JD Greear
    The Christmas story, or Advent, is more than a sentimental myth or a quiet manger scene we use to decorate our living rooms. The Christmas story is the good news of God entering into the darkness of our world. Join J.D. Greear in this four-session series as he takes a deeper look at Jesus as Emmanuel, our Wonderful Counselor, the Everlasting Father, and the great I Am. When you know Jesus, you will realize Christmas is more than a nice story—the arrival of Jesus changes everything.
  • Other resources for Advent on RightNow Media