The Will to Dream Devotional

The Will to Dream Devotional is an Advent–Epiphany resource for individuals or groups, offering scripture, reflections, and questions that nurture prophetic imagination through the entire season.

Theme Overview

In a time when trust feels fragile and divisions run deep, The Will to Dream calls us into holy longing—a sacred desire for a world made whole. Rooted in prophetic imagination, this Advent–Epiphany series helps communities confront despair, embody justice, and claim hope as a radical act. Together, we learn to dream not as escape, but as spiritual resistance—shaped by the visions of Isaiah, the song of Mary, and the stories surrounding Jesus’ birth.

Weekly Themes:*

• Week One: Vigilant Hope (Isaiah’s Vision)
  Isaiah 2:1–5 & Mark 13:24–37
• Week Two: Prophetic Peace (John the Baptist’s Story)
  Matthew 3:1–12 & Malachi 3:1–6
• Week Three: Unexpected Joy (Elizabeth’s Story)
  Luke 1:39–55 & Isaiah 61:1–4, 8–11
• Week Four: Merciful Love (Zechariah’s Story)
  Luke 1:57–80 & Psalm 89:1–4, 19–26
• Christmas: Embodied Promise (Mary’s Story)
  Luke 2:1–20 & Isaiah 9:2–7
• First Sunday after Christmas: Generational Praise (Anna’s Story)
  Luke 2:22–40 & Psalm 148
• Epiphany: Courageous Defiance (Joseph’s Story)
  Matthew 2:1–15 & Exodus 1:8–2:10

*Note: These Advent resources follow the traditional weekly themes of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. They are not tied to the Revised Common Lectionary, so you can use them during Years A, B, or C.

Description

Each week features everything you need to engage scripture thoughtfully and prayerfully:

• Weekly scripture readings
• A written reflection connecting scripture with the theme
• Discussion questions for individuals or groups

This flexible, easy-to-use resource is designed for both individuals and congregations:

• For Personal Use: Purchase for yourself or your family to enjoy the season together.
• For Ministry Use: Purchase once and share weekly with your congregation—send it home and invite them to follow along at their own pace. A full-page layout for printing and sharing is included, as well as a booklet version that’s ready for home or congregational distribution.

What I Get

For Personal Use: PDF download

• Devotional resource (formatted for 8.5x11)

For Ministry Use: ZIP file download

• Leader’s Intro Guide
• Devotional resource (formatted for 8.5x11 and booklet layouts)