Grow In Faith
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Grow In Faith
How Advent Can Revolutionize Your Holiday Season | Advent Unpacked
In a world of endless ads, algorithms, and holiday frenzy, what's really shaping your heart this season? Join us as we explore how the ancient tradition of Advent offers a radical alternative to our modern Christmas rush. Drawing from Augustine's timeless wisdom and the rich history of the Medieval church calendar, we'll discover how this sacred season of waiting was designed to transform us.
This eye-opening message unpacks:
- How our loves and habits secretly shape who we become
- The forgotten wisdom of the Medieval church calendar
- Why December 25th became Christmas Day
- The counter-cultural nature of true Advent observance
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by holiday commercialism or simply seeking deeper meaning this Christmas season, this message will help you rediscover the revolutionary purpose of Advent waiting.