Advent is a season when the Church slows down to wait, to hope, and to prepare, remembering Jesus’ birth and looking ahead to his return. It’s a time to open our hearts again to Immanuel, God with us, and to receive his presence in deeper, quieter ways.

This year, we invite you to join the DSBC community in turning our attention toward Jesus. Each day, you’ll find a short reflection written by someone in our church family. We’re deeply grateful for the more than a dozen contributors from DSBC who offered their voices to this project, and for those who invested time editing and compiling these reflections so our church could journey through Advent together.

Consider setting aside 15 minutes to read the Scripture, sit with the reflection, and listen for the Spirit’s gentle nudge. Notice what stirs in you, what encourages you, what challenges you—and don’t rush past it. You may want to jot down a few thoughts as a way of marking your journey through the season.

However you choose to engage, remember that this is not an assignment. It’s an invitation from the God who draws near. May you be blessed as you enter this Advent season.

Download the guide using the link below. Print versions available in the church lobby.