"And again, Isaiah says, 'The Root of Jesse will spring up, one who will arise to rule over the nations; in Him, the Gentiles will hope.' May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you ...

Churches start in many unique ways, often in small spaces and cramped quarters. For Silvia Santana in West Flanders, Belgium, it was around a coffee table. Christian Community is home to a ...

Introducing Christianity Today’s 2024 Advent devotional. The Christmas season might seem like an odd time to turn to Ecclesiastes in your Bible. As December dawns, there’s no time to ponder the ...

Advent wreaths are used to celebrate Advent [Image from Wikimedia Commons] In December, Christmas is uppermost in most Americans’ minds. While busy counting down the days until the holiday, buying ...

For many people who observe Christian traditions, Advent is a special season that begins on Dec. 1 and lasts until Dec. 24, leading up to the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth at Christmas. As the ...