Pastor Ben begins the Advent series focusing on Mary, mother of Jesus, highlighting her attentiveness to God amidst the chaotic first Christmas. He explores Mary’s life, her experiences raising Jesus, and how she managed to stay spiritually focused during stressful times. Various biblical events involving Mary are recounted, illustrating her unique relationship with Jesus and her ability to discern God’s movements. Ben encourages the audience to adopt Mary’s posture of attentiveness to spiritual matters, despite the busy and expensive nature of December. Practical advice is given for cultivating this attentiveness, such as being aware of one’s inner life, recognizing divine moments in others, and expecting God’s presence in all situations.