Advent is a time historically set aside each year by the Church to celebrate the years of waiting experienced by God’s people before the arrival of Jesus, the Messiah, on earth. It is a time of waiting, longing, and anticipation. After a year such as this, we can all benefit from some of this focused hope! Today we continue our DWITW Advent Resource round-up tradition as we share some new finds with you for 2020. You can also check out our lists from previous years for even more ideas!
As we’ve said each year, not everyone celebrates Advent. There is quite a range of Christmas traditions amongst Christians around the world. Remember, celebrating Advent is a “get-to,” not a “have-to.” Furthermore, you do not have to spend money to celebrate advent well! This is not an Advent “To-Do List.” It would be nearly impossible to use and enjoy all of the resources listed below in a single Advent season. Our goal is simply to connect you with trusted resources, available in one spot for easy reference!
Note: All of the resources we shared last year and in years prior are excellent, and many are still available, so go check those out too! This post will focus on what's new (or new-to-us) for 2020.
Devotional Plans & Studies
Jesus Christ Is Born: Advent 2020 Study Book by She Reads Truth (He Reads Truth study available for men as well)
Grafted In by Amy Gannet
The Radiant Dawn by Tom Parsons
Hymns for Advent Study (studies offered for both men and women) by The Daily Grace Co.
Savor the Savior Advent Study by Well Watered Women
Fixated by Tim Chester
Hosanna in Excelsis: Hymns and Devotions for the Christmas Season by David Leeman and Barbara Leeman
Prepare Him Room Devotional Cards by Gracelaced
Books
Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus edited by Nancy Guthrie
Family Resources and Activities
The Jesus Storybook Bible, A Christmas Collection: Stories, Songs, and Reflections for the Advent Season by Sally Lloyd-Jones— use along with the FREE Advent Toolkit by Sally Lloyd-Jones and Jago, including printable ornaments, coloring pages, and memory cards!
Hope, Joy, Peace, Love: Family Advent Study by The Daily Grace Co.
Advent Conversation Cards by Kids Read Truth
This Is The Christmas Story: A Kids Read Truth Story & Scripture Book
The Promise of Christmas by The Daily Grace Co.
Jesus Came for Me: The True Story of Christmas by Jared Kennedy
Advent Calendars
2020 Family Advent Ornaments by The Daily Grace Co.
Advent Scripture Calendar by Kids Read Truth
Music
Rend Collective: A Jolly Irish Christmas (Vol. 2)
For King & Country: A Drummer Boy Christmas
Sovereign Grace Music: Heaven Has Come
