Perhaps it’s time to recapture the wonder found in the Christmas story. What I am learning is this: it’s not just a wonderful story, it’s a wonder-FILLED story. Growing up as a little boy, I can still remember the first piece of Christmas decor that would take it’s place on top of our family piano in the house. Before the Christmas tree, before the lights in the yard, it all started here: the family nativity set. I can close my eyes and still see it. Every piece of that Nativity set had a place. The manger sat at the center with Jesus perfectly placed in the middle with Mary and Joseph on either side. There were the Shepherds, the Wise Men, a couple camels with some barnyard animals grazing. And above it all, a star that would light up the room at night.
In this Advent daily devotional, we’ll dig into the Christmas story found in Matthew and Luke’s gospel and look at those in the nativity story. Where did this story meet them, and where does it meet us, today?
Let’s recapture some wonder this holiday season.
Book Pickup Information:
Books will be available for pickup on November 23, 2025, prior to each service in the Bridge Café and Narthex.
Thanks to your generosity, the Adult Spiritual Formation Team was able to purchase books for every participant. While there is no cost for the books, donations are gratefully accepted to support future studies.
