Quarterlife and College Advent Guide
2020 has been a year, to say the least. The pandemic has brought a unique set of challenges, one of which is limiting our social interactions with others. My prayer is that the options below provide a unique way for you to grow in your relationship with Jesus and intentionally invest in your “germ pod” community this Christmas season. As we explore these tenets of Advent Conspiracy, let’s keep our eyes focused on Jesus. Let’s conspire and celebrate our Savior who was born, for he is our ultimate hope in this and every season.
Worship Fully
Pick up one or more of these books to read during the holiday season. Better yet, read it with a group and discuss over Zoom or safely in-person.
1. Jared C. Wilson, The Imperfect Disciple: Grace for People Who Can’t Get Their Act Together.
Jared Wilson imparts rich and readable insights into how we truly experience God’s grace and learn to follow Him.1. Jared C. Wilson, The Imperfect Disciple: Grace for People Who Can’t Get Their Act Together.
Jonathan Pokluda gives such practical words on how faith in Jesus affects every area of our adult lives.
2. Timothy Keller, The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism.
Tim Keller’s masterful work is perfect for anyone wanting to go deeper and provides great answers for many common questions about God and Christianity.
3. Timothy Keller, The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith.
This is one of the best treatments of the gospel. Every Christian should read this book. Period.
4. C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity.
C.S. Lewis’ classic work is a fantastic way to connect with Christ this holiday season.
5. Greg Holder, Never Settle: Choices, Chain Reactions, and the Way Out of Lukewarminess.
If you have yet to read this, now is the time! Greg offers practical wisdom for how our faith in Jesus compels us to make a difference in the world. Looking for a guide on how to love all this Christmas? This book is the perfect place to start.
6. Visit thecrossing.church/podcast and peruse all of the available episodes.
Spend Less
Make a gift list for you and your friends. Cut it in half. Replace with the suggested “Give More” options or any other ideas that come to mind.
Give More
1. Zoom coffee dates with coffee you bought for a friend.
2. What’s an unexpected favor you can do for a friend or family member?
Love All
1. Read Timothy Keller’s Generous Justice: How God’s Grace Makes Us Just.
2. Visit thecrossing.church/outreach.