As a child I was always fascinated by advent calendars. The first one I ever say was a standup cardboard calendar that my dad bought from a door-to-door salesman. It had little paper windows to open each day to reveal a picture behind. Over the past few days I’ve posted seven Christmas advent calendars that [...]
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Purchase a long, tapered candle. Paint 24 dots down the length of the candle. Each night as you read the scriptures, let the candle burn down one marking. Discuss the Savior’s character as revealed by the scripture. December 1 Matthew 18:4 Humble December 2 Colossians 3:13 Forgiving December 3 1 Corinthians 16:14 Charitable December 4 [...]
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If you’re looking for a more involved advent calendar this Christmas, this one is perfect. Each day there is a passage of scripture that reviews the Savior’s mission. This is followed by a related song or hymn. Then there is a suggestion of something to do that will help you draw closer to the Lord. [...]
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Print out service list and cut into strips. Place strips in a bag. Each day take turns choosing a service from the bag. Either the entire family can join in the service or just the person who chose the item. Alternately, you could make up enough different strips for each person to have a different [...]
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Purchase a small tree and tiny ornaments to go with each scripture. Alternately, make a Christmas tree wall hanging and small, felt ornaments that can attach to the tree with velcro. We have three little trees with white lights in our family room and the kids are going to draw a picture of each item [...]
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The perfect advent calendar for family discussion, this calendar features scriptures about Christ and questions to talk about each day. Help your family focus on Christ during this holy season. December 1 Luke 1:26–33 Who told Mary that she would have a baby? December 2 Luke 1:26–27 Where was Mary living? December 3 Luke 1:39 [...]
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This is a simple advent calendar that involved just a few scriptures each day leading up to Christmas. It’s perfect for families with small children (or just short attention spans!) or for those who like less formal reading and lots of discussion. An fun option is to make a table wreath with four candles. Light [...]
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What better way to praise the Lord than through song? Use this advent calendar to celebrate Christmas all month long. Each day read a scripture and then sing of him with a related carol or hymn. December 1 Isaiah 7:14 Angels We Have Heard On High December 2 Isaiah 9:6 Away In A Manger December [...]
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