Advent Begins

The Meaning of "Advent":

The word Advent means "coming" or "arrival." The focus of the entire season is the celebration of the birth of Jesus the Christ in his First Advent, and the anticipation of the return of Christ the King in his Second Advent. Thus, Advent is far more than simply marking a 2,000 year old event in history. It is celebrating a truth about God, the revelation of God in Christ whereby all of creation might be reconciled to God. That is a process in which we now participate, and the consummation of which we anticipate. Scripture reading for Advent will reflect this emphasis on the Second Advent, including themes of accountability for faithfulness at His coming, judgment on sin, and the hope of eternal life. ~ The Voice

Advent is a tradition the we have kept for many years. It has been a way for me to keep Christmas meaningful for my children. We celebrate advent with scripture reading, crafts, cosy lit candles, and songs.

See Revelations 22:16, Zechariah 6:12-13 and Jeremiah 23:5

Day 1: The Branch

"Then a shoot will spring up from the stem of Jesse and a branch from his root will bear fruit. And the Spirit of the Lord will rest upon Him." ~ Isaiah 11:1-2