Welcome to the winter edition of Everyday Faith. With Advent, Christmas, and the new year just around the corner, there is so much to celebrate and find gratitude in right now! In this issue, you'll find uplifting stories, meaningful quotes, heartfelt prayers, practical resources, and tangible truth straight from God's Word that will allow you to pause and reflect on the reason for the season.
HELLO, FRIEND! • WELCOME TO THE WINTER EDITION OF EVERYDAY FAITH.
Everyday Faith Winter 2023
CHOOSE YOUR 2024 WORD OF THE year • How can you grow in your faith next year? Start with choosing an inspiring word.
HOW I CHOSE MY WORD OF THE YEAR • Let my story help you choose your 2024 word of the year.
COUNT DOWN TO CHRISTMAS! • Cut out each strip and connect them all together in a paper chain! Take one link off each day as you count down the days of Advent leading up to Christmas.
25 DAYS CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES • DaySpring’s The Shepherd on the Search is a meaningful tradition that will help you celebrate the birth of Christ together as a family. Pairing these activities with your Count Down to Christmas paper chain will help you focus on spending the weeks before Christmas looking for God’s greatest gift, Jesus. To get your own Shepherd, visit shepherdonthesearch.com.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO Christmas Cards • If you’re ready to spread God’s love with your Christmas cards this year, look no further!
MY BEST CHRISTMAS PRESENT EVER
Start Each Day with Gratitude • Every morning is a new opportunity to connect with God.
FOCUS ON PEACE DURING ADVENT • This season, slow down and focus your attention on the peace of Christ.
Three Powerful Declarations FOR EVERY DAY OF THE NEW YEAR • How can you pledge to help others in the coming year?
It’s Time • Discover what it might have been like when Jesus came into the world.
Find the Beauty of God’s Word • Need help studying the Bible? Here are some ways to make it a more meaningful experience.
TAKE NOTE OF THIS • When you disagree with someone, respond with wisdom and humility.
25 DAYS OF Bible journaling • Bible journal this December to center your heart.
IF A PORCH COULD TALK
Radical Gifts of Hospitality • What we all long for is space to be honest and welcomed.
When You Need Joy • When you turn to the Lord for joy, it will never run out.
CREATED FOR Compassion • Doing good works requires that you do them in God’s name.
IT’S TIME TO EXPERIENCE THE LORD’S GOODNESS • Take a break to appreciate His grace.
SO VERY MERRY
LIVE YOUR Best Year • Dedicate 2024 to living for a loved one you lost.
30 DAYS OF Journaling Prompts • Cultivate your faith in 2024.
FIND THE Perfect Journal FOR YOU
IT’S ALL GOOD • When things feel out of control, choose to live in the moment.
Naming Our Needs • …and why it’s a cause for celebration.
BE STILL & KNOW • Grab some art supplies, head to your quiet place, and spend some time calming your mind in God’s word.
GIFTS AWAIT YOU IN THE COLDEST WINTER • Look for the sparkling silver lining.
IF CHRISTMAS IS DIFFERENT THIS YEAR • When you long for the past, remember that new miracles happen every day.
THE PERFECT LITTLE Four-Word Prayer • Prayers don’t have to be elaborate or complicated.
When You Just Aren’t Feeling It • Remember we are called to celebrate.
WELCOME THE Joy • Christmas is coming, friends.
AS A NEW YEAR BEGINS…
THE (IN)COURAGE PODCAST
