Advent #1

I looked all over the internet and couldn't find an scripture advent that I liked. So, I created my own. I don't know if it is something anyone else is interested in, but I thought I would share it here, just in case. I wanted scriptures and songs, because I find music such a powerful form of worship. Although we will be doing ours in the evening, some people prefer to do theirs in the morning, so I will try to stay a day ahead in my postings. I decided not to begin with a scripture, though, but a quotation from Howard W. Hunter:

"If you desire to find the true spirit of Christmas and partake of the sweetness of it, let me make this suggestion to you. During the hurry of the festive occasion of this Christmas season, find time to turn your heart to God. Perhaps in the quiet hours, and in a quiet place, and on your knees—alone or with loved ones—give thanks for the good things that have come to you, and ask that His Spirit might dwell in you as you earnestly strive to serve Him and keep His commandments. He will take you by the hand and His promises will be kept." –Howard W. Hunter

Sing “He Sent His Son” Children’s Songbook p. 34

I will be making a bigger effort to bring the true Spirit of Christmas into my life and into my home.