Advent is here, which means an opportunity to slow down, refocus, and remember who Christmas is really about. In this bonus episode, Mark Vance and Emily Jensen walk through why Advent matters, how this season forms us, and how families and individuals can use Cornerstone’s Advent Guide to cultivate simple, meaningful rhythms that point to Jesus.

They remind us that Advent isn’t about adding pressure or performing traditions, but about creating space to behold Christ: his first coming in humility and his promised return in glory. Whether Advent is brand-new for you or a longtime rhythm, this conversation will help you see the bigger picture of why waiting, hope, and intentional practices shape a deeper faith.

Episode Highlights:

• 00:00 — Introduction and overview of the Cornerstone Advent Guide
• 01:41 — What Advent is and why Christians practice it in a post-Christian culture
• 04:28 — How the Advent Guide and Kids Connection help families engage with weekly themes
• 05:04 — Simple, realistic ways to weave Advent rhythms into everyday family life
• 10:51 — Navigating Santa, secular traditions, and keeping Christ central at Christmas

Resources:

• Digital Advent Guide: Download
• Advent at Cornerstone: Schedule and Resources
• Cornerstone Church Sermons: Listen online

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