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The season of Advent is designed to help us feel our longing for Jesus. During this time, historically we look back to the Old Testament and remember God's promises that he will one day send a deliverer. We wait as they waited, for their redeemer. Then, on Christmas Eve, we have gatherings remembering that their redeemer did indeed come—in the form of a baby in a manger. It truly is an incredible time. 

But, Advent is not just about looking back, longing, and then remembering when the Son of God became incarnate. Advent, for us today 2000 years later, is also about looking forward to the Second Advent of Christ. Today, we also eagerly and longingly look forward to Christ's return and reign. 

This is why we created this year's advent guide. We wanted to look back, remember God's promises, celebrate the fulfillment of those promises in Jesus, and look forward to the day Christ returns in glory to make all things sad untrue.

We pray you join us in reading this guide to shape your time during Advent this season. The guide begins the week of November 20th, starting with the 3 individual devotionals (orange tab) for you to finish throughout the week. For families with younger kids, there is a family worship section. Each Sunday is to cap off the week, giving you a section for notes and the corporate prayer said in Providence's gathering. To follow along with the guide in its fullness, view the accompanying sermons here. 

Christian Formation Podcast: Advent Episode

We created an Advent-specific episode that will provide insight into how to use the guide. We encourage you to listen to the episode during the first week of the He’s Coming Again, Advent Devotional study.