Open the Gift of Christmas

Slow down and savor the true gifts of the Christmas season. Unpack the gifts of hope, peace, joy, and love that Jesus has waiting for you.

Start each day this Advent season (Dec. 2nd – Dec. 24th) with a brief devotional and time of prayer. Let Jesus speak deeply into your heart as you prepare for the real joy of this season — the gift of Jesus.

Explore a variety of prayer methods each day, including prayer through Scripture, prayer journaling, Lectio Divina, Gospel contemplation, and examen.

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A Peek Inside The Gift of Christmas

This 23-day Advent devotional guides you through the weeks leading to Christmas with daily readings and prayer exercises. Each day invites you to pause, reflect, and receive the gifts God has prepared:

• Hope — anchoring your heart in God's promises
• Peace — resting in His presence amid the season's busyness
• Joy — celebrating the wonder of the incarnation
• Love — receiving and sharing the love made flesh in Jesus

Each day's entry combines a short scripture passage, a reflective devotion, and a guided prayer practice drawn from traditions such as Lectio Divina, Gospel contemplation, and the examen.

About Kathryn

Kathryn Shirey is the voice behind Prayer & Possibilities, where she encourages believers to deepen their prayer, grow their faith, and step into God's possibilities. Through devotionals, courses, and free resources, she helps ordinary people connect with an extraordinary God.