An Unlikely Advent

2023 | Extraordinary People of The Christmas Story

During this Advent season, Rachel Billups guides readers through the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and Zechariah, Herod, the Magi, and the shepherds. Each set of unexpected characters has something to teach about living faithfully on the journey to Christmas.

Speakers:Rachel Billups

Writers:Rachel Billups

Topics:Advent

Source:Abingdon Press

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10:13

An Unlikely Advent Session 1: What If I Missed It?

Author Rachel Billups explores the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, unlikely parents of advanced age. She compares their story to that of Abraham and Sarah, wh...

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09:03

An Unlikely Advent Session 2: Playing The Villain

Author Rachel Billups lifts up the unlikeliest of Advent characters: King Herod. Through his character, she shows how every story needs a villain and there is a...

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10:00

An Unlikely Advent Session 3: A Curious People

Author Rachel Billups delves into the world of the magi, or wise men from the East. She explores their story as an example of how God shows up in mysterious way...

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10:06

An Unlikely Advent Session 4: When God Shows Up

Author Rachel Billups cherishes the figures of the shepherds, ordinary workers who received a spectacular divine sign. She encourages readers to see themselves ...

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An Unlikely Advent

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An Unlikely Advent Session 1: What If I Missed It?

An Unlikely Advent Session 2: Playing The Villain

An Unlikely Advent Session 3: A Curious People

An Unlikely Advent Session 4: When God Shows Up

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