As Christmas nears, the to-do list just seems to get longer and longer. There are presents to buy, gifts to wrap, baking to be done and family to be seen. But we want to set you a bit of a challenge. A challenge to put Jesus at the forefront of each day in the lead up to Christmas – no matter how busy you get.

We find by taking a quiet moment for the Bible each day, it helps us to reset our focus and put a lot of things in perspective. We hope this Bible reading plan will help you on your way to keep Jesus at the heart of everything you do this festive season.

While it may only be short, this Bible reading plan will help you revisit those passages that serve as a reminder to the real reason for the season. We’ll touch on verses that explore the promise of Jesus in the Bible, the birth of Jesus and more.

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Life gets busy sometimes. You find yourself running to and fro, busy picking up the children from game practice or dress rehearsals, working long hours, and so many other unplanned interruptions. Often, finding time out with the Bible can be difficult. So, we thought we’d round up a few of our favorite Bible verses to encourage, heal and nourish you in all seasons of life.

You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.
– Jeremiah 29:13 [ESV]

She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future
– Proverbs 31:25 [NLT]

Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.
– Psalms 19:14 [ESV]

He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge
– Psalm 91:4 [NKJV]

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain.
– 1 Corinthians 15:10 [ESV]

Blessed is she who believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her
– Luke 1:45 [NIV]

I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made
– Psalm 139:14 [KJV]

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it
– Proverbs 4:23 [NIV]

She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
– Proverbs 31:26 [ESV]

You are altogether beautiful, my love, there is no flaw in you
– Song of Solomon 4:7 [NIV]

Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity
–  1 Timothy 4:12 [ESV]

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.
– Ephesians 2:10 [NLT]

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Having a tough week? Need a little pick-me-up in the morning? Is there a work deadline looming? From time to time, we all need a little encouragement. Whenever we are in need of inspiration and words of encouragement we, of course, turn to our trusty Bible.

Here are some of the verses we find encouraging in our time of need.

Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 [ESV]

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11 [NIV]

So be strong and courageous, all you who put your hope in the Lord!
Psalm 31:24 [NLT]

Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’
Isaiah 41:10 [NKJV]

What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
Romans 8:31 [KJV]

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
Psalm 16:8 [NIV]

Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.
Psalm 55:22 [NIV]

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.
Psalm 46:1-3 [NIV]

But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31 [NLT]

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9 [NKJV]

I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:1-2 [NIV]

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Philippians 4:13 [NKJV]

Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.
1 Corinthians 16:13 [NLT]

For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 1:7 [KJV]

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27 [NIV]

The Lord is my light and my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life— of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 27:1 [NIV]

When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.
Psalm 34:1 [ESV]

For with God nothing shall be impossible.
Luke 1:37 [KJV]

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