ADVENT WEEK 5: LIGHT
Family-Friendly Reading Plan (Dec 28- Jan 3)
DAY 1 — SUNDAY
Jesus, the Light of the World
Scripture: John 8:12
Focus: Jesus brings clarity, direction, and hope in our darkness.
Prayer: “Lord, shine Your light in my life today.”
— Candle Lighting & Sharing
Light a candle together. Each person shares one way Jesus has brought light or hope into their life this year.
DAY 2 — MONDAY
the light has come
Scripture: isaiah 60:1-3
Focus: God’s glory rises over His people, attracting nations and hearts.
Prayer: “God, help me live as someone who reflects Your glory.”
Glow in the Dark Verse
Write Isaiah 60:1 (“Arise, shine…”) on a card using glow-in-the-dark paint or markers. Hang it in a dark hallway or bedroom as a reminder of God’s light.
DAY 3 — TUESDAY
The light shines in the darkness
Scripture: John 1:1–9
Focus: No darkness—spiritual or emotional—can overcome Christ’s light.
Prayer: “Jesus, illuminate the places in me that need Your truth.”
Activity- Darkness & Light Illustration
Turn off all the lights for 10 seconds. Then light a single candle or flashlight.
Discuss: “How did the light change the room? How does Jesus change our hearts?”
DAY 4 — WEDNESDAY
Walk in the light
Scripture: 1 John 1:5–9
Focus: Walking in God’s light brings honesty, healing, and fellowship.
Prayer: “Father, help me walk in integrity and transparency before You.”
Activity - Walk in the Light Challenge
Take a short family walk after sunset. Talk about what makes it easier to walk when there is light.
Connect it to 1 John 1:7—walking in the light with God and one another.
DAY 5 — THURSDAY
Light to the nations
Scripture: Luke 2:25–32 (Simeon’s prophecy)
Focus: Jesus is God’s salvation for all peoples.
Prayer: “Lord, let Your light reach every nation—starting with my own life.”
Activity - Shine for Someone Else
Each family member chooses one simple act of kindness (a note, a chore, a small gift).
Explain: “This is how we shine the light of Jesus for others.”
DAY 6 — FRIDAY
let your light shine
Scripture: Matthew 5:14–16
Focus: We are called to shine Christ’s light through good works.
Prayer: “Holy Spirit, help my life point others to You.”
Activity - Lantern Craft
Make simple lanterns (paper bags, hole punch, and LED tea lights).
Write “Let your light shine” (Matthew 5:16) on them and place them in a window.
DAY 7 — SATURDAY
Put on the armor of light
Scripture: Romans 13:11–14
Focus: God’s light empowers us to live awake, holy, and prepared.
Prayer: “God, clothe me with Your light and guide my steps.”
Activity - Blessing with Light
Gather in a circle in the evening. Hold candles or flashlights.
Go around and speak a blessing over each person:
“(Name), may the light of Christ shine in you and through you.”