As we wrap up the Advent Conspiracy, we come face to face with what remains: our personal relationship with Jesus Christ. At Christmas we come face to face with the fact that Jesus came for everyone, but he specifically came for us.
Give More (AC3)
December 17, 2023 • Rev. Dr. Steve Squires • 2 Corinthians 9:12–15
We know what you're thinking. "Wait, didn't they just say I should spend less, and yet here they are telling me to give more? What gives?" The most powerful, memorable gift you can give to someone else is yourself. And nobody modeled this more than Jesus. So what does this look like for you? Tickets to a ball game or the theater? A movie night? The main point is simple: When it comes to spending time with those you love, it's all about quality, not quantity.
Worship Fully (AC1)
December 3, 2023 • Rev. Dr. Scooter Ward • Luke 2:21–40
Christmas marks the moment where God's promise was fulfilled and love took form, tiny fingers and all. It is a moment that deserves our full attention and praise. We put Worship Fully as AC's first tenet because we believe the level of our involvement at Christmas is based entirely on how much we are celebrating Christ's birth. He deserves celebration; one that is creative, loud and directs every heart His way.
Spend Less (AC2)
December 10, 2023 • Rev. Dr. Steve Squires • John 14:25–27
Quick question for you: What was the one gift you remember getting for Christmas last year? Next question: What about the fourth gift? Do you remember that one? Truth is many of us don't because it wasn't something we necessarily wanted or needed. Spending Less isn't a call to stop giving gifts; it's a call to stop spending money on gifts we won't remember in less than a year. America spends around $450 billion dollars during the Christmas season, and much of that goes right onto a credit card. By spending wisely on gifts we free ourselves from the anxiety associated with debt so we can take in the season with a full heart.
ADVENT CONSPIRACY PROMO
November 19, 2023 • Rev. Dr. Steve Squires
The Advent Season is upon us, and this year we want to make Christmas more meaningful by being more intentional at focusing on the wonder of Christ's birth. We want to reclaim the true Reason for the season. Let's worship more, spend less, give more, and love all. Join the Advent Conspiracy with us! You can also read an accompanying devotional that begins December 1st and runs through Christmas Day. Visit http://devo.srbcc.com for more details.
