It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas in this long-awaited first Advent episode of the She Reads Truth podcast! Raechel and Amanda are joined by She Reads Truth’s content director, John Greco, as they step into the anticipation and celebration of the season. What is Advent? Why do we love it so much? What was it like to wait for the Messiah? Why did Jesus come? Clad in holiday shirts and socks, the group talks traditional Advent scriptures, favorite Christmas carols, and a little Charlie Brown and Linus too! John weaves a Scripture tapestry, Raechel stomps a dragon, and Amanda refuses to sing on-air—all while eagerly awaiting the arrival of Jesus, our Thrill of Hope. Read with Us: This episode corresponds to Week 1 of the She Reads Truth A Thrill of Hope: Advent 2019 reading plan found on the She Reads Truth app and SheReadsTruth.com. Advent 2019 Collection at ShopSheReadsTruth.com Open Your Bibles: (passages referenced in this episode) Genesis 3Luke 2:1–20 John 1:14Genesis 3:14–151 Corinthians 2:7–8Matthew 2Hebrews 2:14–151 John 3:8 Romans 16:201 Corinthians 15:26Other Links: “What Is Advent” — free pdf from the Advent 2019 Study BookLinus’s speech from A Charlie Brown Christmas Bottle of Tears mason jar ornament“A Thrill of Hope” art print by Caleb FairesThe Celtic dragon that Raechel’s family stomps at EasterShe Reads Truth Advent playlist on SpotifyUpcoming Reading Plans: Genesis: Back to the Beginning — plan begins 1/6/20Socials: She Reads Truth on InstagramShe Reads Truth on FacebookShe Reads Truth shopRaechel Myers on InstagramAmanda Bible Williams on Instagram