Advent officially began yesterday, November 30th! For those in need of a rhythm to define this Advent season, read on for Advent calendars, magazines, books, and more.
Featured Resources
Advent, a SOLA Magazine
With curation led by Editorial Intern Ashley Kim, this SOLA Network Magazine has contributions from Faith Chang, Daniel Jung, Keith Fong, and Soojin Park Kang to celebrate our Prince of Peace.
Need a primer on what Advent is and its significance for the Christian? Look no further than this delightful guide put together by the team over at The BibleProject. This guide will walk you through the origins of Advent, and even has a short series of devotionals you can follow for each week of Advent, reflection on Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. They’ve also included this Advent Calendar you can follow along with that links to helpful videos. The combination of these two resources are perfect to share with someone who is walking through the Advent season for the first time.
Advent: The Dawning of the King
Receive in your inbox a series of weekly devotionals meditating on Isaiah 9:6. This is a free newsletter for the Advent season by Desiring God.
Other Resources
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas: Joys That Make the Season Special by Andrew Wilson
“In this engaging, thoughtful, and winsome book, Andrew Wilson takes us to the first Christmas to show that what can make our Christmases truly special is Jesus, the light of the world. Andrew Wilson explains how Jesus makes a difference to the darkness of this world—and how he can make a difference to our lives too.”
Darkness, Then Light by Christianity Today
This devotional has 25 entries by various authors, including Jonathan Holmes who is a good friend to SOLA Network.
Come & Behold: A 5-Day Advent Devotional for Moms by Risen Motherhood
“As busy moms, we know how hard it is to step back and truly be still before our King—especially in the chaos of the Christmas season. So we’ve pulled together this short collection of readings to help us all pause and ponder those life-giving gospel truths once again. Whether you read one entry a week throughout the Advent season or walk through it in five consecutive days, we hope it encourages your hearts and reminds you all of all we have to treasure in the coming of Christ. Come and behold with us!”
Longing for Christmas: 25 Promises Fulfilled in Jesus, Advent Devotional for Teenagers by Rooted Ministry
Looking for resources made for teenagers? This daily devotional, compiled and edited by Rooted Ministry, is a great way to encourage a teen you know to look to Christ as the fulfillment of all of God’s promises.
Tim St. John: Advent Calendar for Couples
“This Christmas, SOLA wanted to give couples an advent calendar that would encourage Christ-centered conversations. For each question, both partners should take turns answering. Several of these would apply more to marriage than to dating, so feel free to reword the question so that it applies better to your relationship season.”
John Piper: The Dawning of Indestructible Joy: Daily Readings for Advent
“These 25 brief devotional readings from John Piper begin on December 1 and carry us to Christmas Day. Our hope is that God would use these meditations to deepen and sweeten your adoration of Jesus and help you keep him at the center of your Christmas season.”
John Piper: Good News of Great Joy: 25 Devotional Readings for Advent
“These twenty-five short devotional readings from John Piper aim to help you keep Christ at the center of the Advent season.”
Lexham Press: Prayers for Advent: A Free Reflection Guide
“We have adapted an Order of Prayer and a daily Bible-reading plan from The Collected Christian Essentials: Catechism. This small pamphlet of prayer and Bible-reading is an invitation to Advent.”
Kevin DeYoung: The Biggest Story Advent
“In The Biggest Story Advent, Kevin DeYoung presents 25 lift-the-flap devotions for families—a delightful way to teach and prepare young hearts for the coming of the promised King.”
Sylvie Vanhoozer: The Art of Living in Advent
“In The Art of Living in Advent, Sylvie Vanhoozer takes you on a journey through 28 days of joyful waiting for Christ. This beautiful devotional blends Scripture, history, art, and reflection to help you discover what it means to live in the presence of Christ this Christmas.”