Pauses for Advent: Words of Wonder

by Trevor Hudson

Taking time to pause for a few minutes each day can help us maintain balance in our lives, especially during the Advent and Christmas seasons. In this simple yet not simplistic book, Trevor Hudson focuses on one biblical word of wonder for each day of Advent. His insightful reflections on the word for each day invite individuals and groups to a deeper understanding of Advent.
Hudson also briefly explores the lives and thoughts of 4 significant characters in the Christmas story, encouraging us to immerse ourselves in the dramatic story. He offers a simple daily practice that helps us become involved in the Advent drama. Hudson's minimalist approach and conversational writing lead us to discover how we can open our hearts and lives more generously to God.

Genres: Nonfiction, Devotional, Christmas

72 pages, Paperback

Published September 1, 2017

Reviews

[Grace Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m not real big on devotionals because I always forget to do them but this was a lot of fun to do with my friends. I liked how reflective it made me of the time leading up to Jesus being born.

[Ian · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved Hudson's emphasis in this easy to read book: wonder! The Advent season is full of wonder and this book helps us remember that. By taking a word-a-day, Hudson uses a short Bible passage to illustrate the particular aspect of 'wonder' the word highlights.

Each day is one to two pages long and Hudson, like all his books. uses an invitational language to encourage us. There is a 'practice prompt' at the end of each devotion that I found a useful way of reflecting further on the word of the day.

I expect I'll use this again next year.

[Shari · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recommended by a friend in Mimistry for church wide read in Advent

[Lisa Lou · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

[Michael Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great advent book that gives room for reflection and gives daily practices to help live out the pauses for advent!

[Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful reflections for the Christmas season. 2020

This was just what I needed to read this year. I appreciated the tasks or actions that drew my more into the season.