The Light Before Christmas: A Family Advent Devotional

“Almost every family I know is looking for fresh help in keeping the focus of Christmas where it belongs—on the birth of Jesus. That's what makes The Light Before Christmas so special. Now parents and churches have a way to team up to recapture the wonder and excitement of the moment when heaven came to earth and Jesus was born.”

“Advent provides a wonderful time for families to gather around God’s Word and to teach children essentials of the faith. I think ‘light’ is one of the key themes running through the promise and coming of Jesus, so I am delighted to see this devotional provide a way for families to explore this rich theme together.”

“Marty Machowski’s devotionals have been a staple in our home for years. Marty’s books are theologically meaty, gospel-centered, focused on getting families into the Bible, and provide helpful discussion questions to generate meaningful conversation. The Light Before Christmas is a valuable tool to help your family focus on what matters most this Christmas season and I highly recommend it!”

“Marty Machowski has mastered the art of teaching the vast and wonderful truths of God's Word in a way that connects with the hearts of believers young and old. Use this Advent devotional to prepare you and your family to celebrate the coming of our Lord Jesus and marvel at God's grace to us in Christ.”

“I love how this devotional and curriculum point families to Jesus as the light of the world! They're rich in Scripture, with stories, crafts, carols, and activities to help make concepts more relatable. I'm looking forward to using these resources with my family this Christmas to help re-center us on the real meaning of Christmas. Highly recommend!”

“My friend Marty Machowski beautifully captures Scripture’s abundant light and darkness motifs in The Light Before Christmas family Advent devotional and its accompanying Sunday school curriculum. As always, Marty’s accessible, winsome style provides parents, caregivers, and kids ministry workers a great resource. It’s a fun, easy-to-use, activity-filled teaching tool that—most importantly—shines a bright light on the incarnated Son of God.”

“As a father and pastor, I immediately saw the benefit of these resources for the church and family. So often the statement I hear from parents and teachers is, ‘I just don’t know what to do!’ Marty has spelled out everything in the devotional and curriculum. Best of all, the content, whether the devotions, singing, or activities, are gospel centered. You will be blessed!”