How Ready Is Your Heart for Advent?

Take the quiz and find out!

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Advent is a time of waiting, preparing, and drawing closer to Jesus, but it can feel like a jam-packed time of stress and activity too. “Preparing to prepare” is good way to approach this spiritual season.

Advent is just about 3 weeks away. Are you feeling ready? Here’s something fun for your day: Take this quiz to find out!

1. When you think about Advent, what comes to mind first?

• A. All the shopping and planning I need to do before Christmas

• B. Lighting the Advent wreath and extra time for prayer

• C. The excitement of Christmas music, decorations, and cozy nights

• D. Finding new ways to deepen my prayer and spiritual life

2. How would you describe your prayer life lately?

• A. Sporadic – I pray here and there, but it’s not consistent

• B. Pretty regular – I make time for it most days

• C. On fire! I’m really growing closer to God daily

• D. I’m struggling, but I want to get back on track

3. What plans do you have for Advent this year?

• A. I haven’t thought about it yet – life’s busy!

• B. I’d like to find a good devotional or Bible study

• C. I have a plan and a spiritual focus, like Look & Listen!

• D. I’m planning to attend an Advent retreat

4. When it comes to holiday decorations, you…

• A. Go all out as soon as the Thanksgiving leftovers are put away

• B. Start putting up a few things here and there during Advent

• C. Wait until closer to Christmas – it’s Advent, after all!

• D. Keep things simple and reflective, focusing on the Advent wreath

5. How comfortable are you with stillness and silence in prayer?

• A. I find it hard to sit still for more than a minute!

• B. I try, but it’s challenging to focus with all the distractions

• C. I love moments of stillness – it’s where I find God

• D. I’m working on it and growing more comfortable with silence

6. How would you describe your relationship with Mary?

• A. I admire Mary, but don’t feel especially close to her

• B. I pray the Hail Mary or Rosary when I remember

• C. She’s like a mother and friend to me

• D. Mary is my go-to for guidance and comfort

7. If you were to choose a word to guide you through Advent, it would be:

• A. Joy – I want to focus on the good things coming

• B. Peace – I want a calm and reflective Advent

• C. Hope – I’m waiting expectantly for good things

• D. Love – I want to deepen my love for God and others

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Results:

Mostly A’s:
Advent Newbie!
Your heart is in the right place, but you may need a little more focus on the spiritual side of Advent. Consider trying small practices, like lighting an Advent wreath or setting aside a few moments for reflection each day, to grow closer to the reason for the season.

Mostly B’s:
Advent Aspirer!
You have a good balance of holiday cheer and spiritual focus. Try adding one new prayer or act of service this Advent to help make it extra special.

Mostly C’s:
Advent Achiever!
You’re ready to enter Advent with an open and expectant heart! Keep doing what you’re doing, and consider inviting a friend or family member to join you in one of your spiritual practices.

Mostly D’s:
Advent Pro!
Your heart is truly in tune with the season of Advent. Consider sharing your experiences and inspiration with others to help them find their way closer to Christ this year.

Share your results with us!

P.S. No matter what your level of readiness this Advent, you don’t need to sweat it. Just make sure your plans include Look & Listen, right here with your Girlfriends.

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Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in grace during the season of Advent. I can’t wait for us to get started together!