Light the World

Have you already perused the Light the World website?  It's so awesome!  I'm excited to participate in this campaign this month.  I happened upon this advent calendar when I was looking for something else last week and decided to use it to help us in our efforts to become more like Christ.  I didn't use the ideas included on the printable for the hidden layer.  I made up a list that I thought would work for my family (see below).  I wanted the activities to be simple enough that they were achievable but I also tried to think of things that would be meaningful and pertinent.  I hope it goes well.

I would have liked to do a big service project today, since it was designated as the big worldwide day of service, but I just couldn't figure out how to make it work.  So instead, we talked about looking for opportunities to help others in small ways during the day.  I'm happy to report that we were successful.  Everyone served someone else in at least one way during the day.

Here's our list for the whole project:

1. Jesus lifted others' burdens and so can you.
     Look for ways to lift others' burdens during the day.

2. Jesus honored his parents and so can you.
     Write a letter or draw a picture for your parents.

3. Jesus helped others to see and so can you.
     Sincerely compliment people today.

4. Jesus worshiped his Father and so can you.
     Name 10 ways you've been blessed and say a prayer of gratitude.

5. Jesus healed the sick and so can you.
     Bring a gift to a sick neighbor.

6. Jesus read the scriptures and so can you.
     Everyone share your favorite scripture story on our blog.

7. Jesus fed the hungry and so can you.
     Make a donation to a local food bank.

8. Jesus prayed for others and so can you.
     Remember others in your prayers throughout the day.

9. Jesus visited the lonely and so can you.
     Visit a widow in the neighborhood.

10. Jesus helped people to walk and so can you.
     Sweep or salt neighbors' front steps.

11. Jesus ministered to children and so can you.
     Spend extra time together as a family.

12. Jesus taught others and so can you.
     Teach the family a story about Jesus during FHE tonight.

13. Jesus showed humility and so can you.
     Sincerely apologize today.

14. Jesus clothed the naked and so can you.
     Donate clothing to a local charity.

15. Jesus worshipped through song and so can you.
     Learn a new Christmas song.

16. Jesus showed compassion and so can you.
     Assemble blessing bags for the homeless and keep them in the car.

17. Jesus cared for his mother and so can you.
     Kids make dinner for mom.  Call grandmas.

18. Jesus honored the Sabbath and so can you.
     Make an extra effort to honor the Sabbath.

19. Jesus calmed the storm and so can you.
     Work on our family 72-hour kits.

20. Jesus saw potential in others and so can you.
     Write notes to family members pointing out their positive qualities and potential.

21. Jesus forgave others others and so can you.
     Share a time when you forgave someone.

22. Jesus showed gratitude and so can you.
     Write thank you notes to Primary teachers.

23. Jesus was a peacemaker and you can be one too.
     Make an extra effort to be kind and get along with everyone today.

24. Jesus cared for his loved ones and so can you.
     Give everyone in your family a big hug and tell them you love them.

25. Jesus' disciples followed Him and so can we.
     Write down your feelings about Jesus Christ.