Opening Song: Emmanuel (Hallowed Manger Ground)

Bible Chapter Reading: Luke 22

Excerpt: “And Mary treasured these things…”

Reflection: Jesus’ final meal is overflowing with sacrificial love—love that serves, forgives, and persists.

Journal Prompt: Holiday meals require patience and hard work. Sometimes, begrudgingly. What are ways that you can serve sacrificially like Christ? If you’re not hosting/cooking/serving..how can you assist sacrificially and care for the host?

Spiritual exercise: Acts of Kindness – Do one intentional act of kindness today or each day leading up to Christmas—hold a door, write a note, pay for someone’s coffee, etc. God may use you to spread some Christmas love.

Closing Song: Within our Darkest Night (Taize) YouTube Cover