This Advent Devotional Uses Language You Won't Find In Scriptures

By Emily McFarlan Miller

Image via RNS/Rev. Tuhina Verma Rasche and the Rev. Jason Chestnut

Dec 2, 2016

For many Christians who observe the liturgical season of Advent, leading up to Christmas, an Advent devotional is a beloved companion.

Such devotionals typically include a short Scripture reading and reflection on the birth of Jesus.

But most are “crap,” according to the Rev. Jason Chesnut of Baltimore.

Image via RNS/Rev. Tuhina Verma Rasche and the Rev. Jason Chestnut