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Advent Scripture Readings

These scriptures have been arranged chronologically so you can read through the story of Jesus’ birth. They end with prophesies from the prophet Isaiah about Jesus. Take time to read the scriptures each day. Imagine yourself in the story. Try to imagine the sights, smells, and sounds. Ask, “What does this passage teach me about God?”

Dec. 1: Matthew 1 (Jesus’ Genealogy)
Dec. 2: John 1:1-18 (The Word Became Flesh)
Dec. 3: Luke 1:1-17 (Zechariah and the Angel)
Dec. 4: Luke 1:18-25 (Zechariah Doubts)
Dec. 5: Luke 1:26-38 (Angel Visits Mary)

Dec. 6: Luke 1:39-45 (Mary Visits Elizabeth)
Dec. 7: Luke 1:46-56 (Mary’s Song)
Dec. 8: Luke 1:57-66 (John the Baptist Born)
Dec. 9: Luke 1:67-80 (Zechariah’s Song)
Dec. 10: Matthew 1:18-25 (Joseph)
Dec. 11: Luke 2:1-7 (Birth of Jesus)
Dec. 12: Luke 2:8-15 (Shepherds Meet Angels)

Dec. 13: Luke 2:16-20 (Shepherds Find Jesus)
Dec. 14: Luke 2:21-24 (Jesus at the Temple)
Dec. 15: Luke 2:25-35 (Simeon in the Temple)
Dec. 16: Luke 2:36-40 (Anna in the Temple)
Dec. 17: Matthew 2:1-12 (Magi Seek Jesus)
Dec. 18: Matthew 2:13-18 (Escape to Egypt)
Dec. 19: Matthew 2:19-23 (Return Home)

Dec. 20: Isaiah 9:2,6-7
Dec. 21: Isaiah 7:1, 10-14
Dec. 22: Isaiah 11:1-10
Dec. 23: Isaiah 40:1-5
Dec. 24: Isaiah 53:1-6
Dec. 25: Repeat Luke 2:1-20
City Life Church is an innercity, diverse church in Grand Rapids, MI.
​Our Sunday morning worship services are at 9:15am & 11:00am
574 S. Division Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 | (616) 260-1477 | office@citylifegr.com
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