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If you're looking for a more involved advent calendar this Christmas, this one is perfect. Each day there is a passage of scripture that reviews the Savior's mission. This is followed by a related song or hymn. Then there is a suggestion of something to do that will help you draw closer to the Lord.
Great family or personal exercise that will help bring meaning and peace this holiday season.
December 1
Oh Come All Ye Faithful
Share a scripture about the Savior with a family member or friend.
December 2
I Believe In Christ
Make a decoration that will remind you of the Savior and His mission.
December 3
Count Your Blessings
In one of your prayers today, give thanks for all the blessings you can think of, do not ask for anything.
December 4
Tell Me the Stories of Jesus
Write your testimony in scriptures and give them away.
December 5
The Lord Is My Light
Look up at the heavens and think about who made the sun, moon, and stars record your feelings in your journal.
December 6
I Need Thee Every Hour
Try to be as kind as possible to others today.
December 7
More Holiness Give Me
Foster peace on earth by not quarreling with your family or friends.
December 8
Come Unto Jesus
Go out of your way to be a friend to someone who needs a friend, follow through in the days and weeks to come.
December 9
Because I Have Been Given Much
Do an anonymous good deed today.
December 10
How Great the Wisdom and the Love
Set some goals for yourself, seal a copy in an envelope to be opened next year.
December 11
A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief
Visit or call someone who is sick or lonely.
December 12
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day
Do volunteer work for some worthy cause.
December 13
Abide With Me
Do something to bring cheer to someone who has reason to feel sad.
December 14
I Think When I Read That Sweet Story
Do something fun with a child.
December 15
John 14:15, Matt 7:12, Mark 10:43–44, John 13:34–35
Love One Another
Today tell someone that you love them. Express love for the Lord in your prayers.
December 16
Did You Think To Pray
Try to forgive someone who has wronged you. If appropriate, go to him or her today and be reconciled.
December 17
While of These Emblems We Partake
As you partake of the sacrament, make a special effort to think about the Savior
December 18
Master the Tempest is Raging
Be a calming influence today and try extra hard to control your temper.
December 19
How Great Thou Art
Pray to Heavenly Father about some weakness and ask for help in repenting of it.
December 20
Matthew 27:28–30, Luke 23:33–34, Mark 15:29–32
There Is A Green Hill Far Away
Read the accounts of the crucifixion of the four gospels, and then write your feelings in your journal.
December 21
Matthew 28:1–6, Isaiah 25:8, 3 Nephi 11: 1
He Is Risen
Read the accounts of the resurrection in the four gospels and 3 Nephi, and then write your feelings in your journal.
December 22
John 6:35, 8:12, 10:14, 11:25
The Lord Is My Shepherd
Go look at Christmas lights and think about where all light really comes from.
December 23
I Know That My Redeemer Lives
Goal: Go caroling with friends, but add other hymns that explore other aspects of the Savior's ministry.
December 24
When He Comes Again
Try to live this day as if it were the day of Christ's second coming.
December 25
1 Nephi 11:14–15, 18–21; Luke 1:30–32, 34–35, 38; Luke 2:1, 3–16
Joy To the World
Consider what gift you could give the Savior and determine to give it all year long.
December 26
Your goal today and for the rest of your life is to read and enjoy the word of God as found in the Holy Scriptures. Give yourself a gift that fills every day of your life with the real spirit of Christmas.
Alison Moore Smith is a 61-year-old entrepreneur who graduated from BYU in 1987. She has been (very happily) married to Samuel M. Smith for 40 years. They are parents of six incredible children and grandparents to two astounding grandsons. She is the author of The 7 Success Habits of Homeschoolers.
I love this! So much more thought-inducing about this special time of year!
Brenda, thanks so much for dropping by and your kind words. Merry Christmas!
I just found this after searching and searching for Christmas activities that are more Christ-centered. Thank you so much for putting this together!