Advent at New Life:
A Journey of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love
Theme Verse: “The one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.” — Philippians 1:6 Series Focus: Advent isn’t only about waiting for Christ to come — it’s about being shaped while we wait. Each candle invites us to become the people God is forming: hopeful, honest, courageous, and faithful. As light grows each week, we discover that God is already becoming present among us.
Theme Verse: “The one who began a good work among you will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ.” — Philippians 1:6 Series Focus: Advent isn’t only about waiting for Christ to come — it’s about being shaped while we wait. Each candle invites us to become the people God is forming: hopeful, honest, courageous, and faithful. As light grows each week, we discover that God is already becoming present among us.
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November 30: Become HopefulTexts: Mark 13:33–37; Isaiah 64:1–9; Psalm 80
Focus: Hope trusts that God is still working, even in the dark. Practice: “I hope…” prayer stars near the Advent wreath. |
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December 7: Become HonestTexts: Mark 1:1–8; Isaiah 40:1–11; Psalm 85
Focus: Peace begins with honesty — naming what’s broken and trusting God to heal. Practice: Written confessions placed near the font |
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December 14: Become CourageousTexts: Luke 1:26–38; Isaiah 61:1–4, 8–11; Psalm 126
Focus: Joy takes courage — trusting God’s promise before it’s fulfilled. Practice: “Yes” cards — one brave next step placed at the manger. |
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December 21: Become FaithfulTexts: Matthew 1:18–25; Psalm 89
Focus: Love that lasts is born of faithfulness — small, steady acts of trust. Practice: Families bring a symbol of love to the nativity. |
December 24: God Becomes One of Us
Texts: Luke 2:1–20; John 1:1–14
Focus: The God who calls
Focus: The God who calls
