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Advent for Everyone: Matthew  (A Daily Devotional) by N. T. Wright Advent for Everyone: Matthew  provides readers with an inspirational guide through the Advent season, from the First Sunday of Advent through the Saturday after the Fourth Sunday of Advent. Popular biblical scholar and author N. T. Wright provides his own Scripture translation and brief reflection to guide readers through the season toward the wonder and joy of Christmas. This book is suitable for both individual and group study and reflection. MY BOOK REVIEW:   4 stars:  4/5 star rating What a great way to usher Christmas into your heart than to focus on the Christmas story as told through the Biblical scripture.  I love that the entire scriptural text is included in each day's devotional reading.  There is a lesson and reflection for each week and then further, divided by day of the week,  and a question to ponder for each day as well.   This is biblically sound...

40 Days of Christmas : Celebrating the Glory of Our Savior by Joseph Castleberry Book description: Who wants Christmas just one day a year? Celebrate for forty days! Do you find your attention consumed by the pressures of the Christmas season—capturing the perfect Christmas card photo, finding the perfect gift, serving the perfect meal, or creating the perfect experience for your family? It’s all too easy to lose sight of what is important. With daily Scriptures, inspirational readings, and uplifting prayers,  40 Days of Christmas  is a devotional designed to help you enjoy three of the traditional church calendar seasons. Prepare your heart during Advent, rejoice in His birth at Christmas, and reveal the light of Christ on Epiphany. Focus on the richness of God’s presence during this period of fuss and feasting as you celebrate the glory of the Savior. Every good thing you associate with Christmas flows from God’s Spirit, and the Spirit of Christmas can remain with y...

Review of The Advent Bride by Mary Connealy New--The 12 Brides of Christmas! You're invited to a Christmas wedding...that is twelve of them! Discover the joy of an old-fashioned Christmas romance with these twelve heart-warming stories. Brand-new stories from renowned inspirational fiction authors that take you into the heartland of historical America will releas each week starting October 6.  #1:The Advent Bride Melanie Douglas attempts to connect with a troubled student using an advent box with hidden rewards. When Henry O’Keeffe sees a remarkable change in his son, he has to meet the new teacher. Will more than one prayer be answered in the small Nebraska town? Don't be late! Watch for all 12 stories: October 6 - #1: The Advent Bride October 13 - #2: The Nutcraker Bride October 20 - #3: The Evergreen Bride October 27 - #4: The Gift-Wrapped Bride November 3 - #5: The Yuletide Bride November 10 - #6: The Gingerbread Bride November 17 - #7: The Nativity Bride November ...