A Bethlehem Christmas: Celebrating the Joyful Season – Chuck Swindoll

A Bethlehem Christmas is a wonderful reminder of the true wonder of Christmas.  The book presents the Christmas story from three separate points of view. Mary, Joseph, and the Angel Gabrielle each share their unique insights in this volume which includes beautiful artwork.  A new Christmas favorite for our family.

A Bethlehem Christmas Book Cover A Bethlehem Christmas
Charles Swindoll
August 31, 2010
100

The Light Before Christmas: A Family Advent Devotional – Marty Machowski

The Light Before Christmas is an outstanding advent devotional for the whole family.  The devotionals focus on light and the role it has in the Christmas story and ultimately our salvation.  Thirteen devotionals are included in the book which allows for three devotionals each week of advent plus a final devotional for Christmas day.  Each devotional follows the same format and includes an activity, music, and prayer.  Whether your family has participated in family devotionals during advent in the past or this is the first time doing so, The Light Before Christmas is an outstanding resource.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

The Light Before Christmas Book Cover The Light Before Christmas
Marty Machowski
October 10, 2022
96

Wonders of His Love: Finding Jesus in Isaiah, Family Advent Devotional – Champ Thorton

Wonders of His Love is a great four week family devotional to prepare hearts and minds for Christmas.  Each week features an image of Jesus from the book of Isaiah – Jesus the Light; Jesus the Branch; Jesus the Shepherd; Jesus the Savior; and on Christmas Day, Jesus the Bread.  The book is filled with great stories, discussion questions, crafts, recipes, games, and even some family service project sessions.  This one is a winner!

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

 

 

 

 

Wonders of His Love Book Cover Wonders of His Love
Champ Thornton
October 18, 2021
80

Way Back Wednesday ~ A Magical Christmas – Claire Freedman

This review was originally posted on December 19, 2011.

A Magical Christmas is a lovely story written in rhyme.  Little Mouse wants to know what exactly is the magic of Christmas.  In order to find the answer he goes and asks each member of his family, but each family member has a different answer.  Finally on Christmas Day Mommy Mouse shares with Little Mouse that all the answers were correct because…”The magic is love, Little Mouse.”

The illustrations in this book are particularly noteworthy.  They are simply beautiful.  Each page includes sections that are gently enhanced with glitter which truly bring the illustration to life.

A Magical Christmas Book Cover A Magical Christmas
Claire Freedman
Juvenile Fiction
2008
18

Jesus Came for Me – Jared Kennedy

Jesus Came for Me is a wonderful board book that shares the true reason for Christmas.  Colorful illustrations enhance the text.  This is a perfect early Christmas gift for a pre-school aged child.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinion.

Jesus Came for Me Book Cover Jesus Came for Me
Jared Kennedy
October 5, 2020
20

Way Back Wednesday ~ Star Bright: A Christmas Story ~ Alison McGhee

This review was originally published on December 17, 2018.

A Christmas Story is a lovely book that tells the story of an angel who is uncertain what to bring to celebrate the birth of Baby Jesus.  Ultimately, she realizes a star that shines brightly is the perfect gift for a king.  The text and illustrations in this book work together beautifully to create a wonderful holiday read.  This book is not to be missed!

Star Bright Book Cover
Star Bright
Alison McGhee
Juvenile Fiction
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
September 30, 2014
40

Way Back Wednesday ~ Prepare Him Room: Celebrating the Birth of Jesus Family Devotional – Marty Machowski

 

This review was originally posted on December 5, 2018.

Prepare Him Room is a delightful guide to implementing gospel focused traditions for your family during Advent.  This lovely book includes weekly scripture readings as well as Christmas activities and songs.  It would be a wonderful early Christmas gift for a family with young children.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

Prepare Him Room Book Cover
Prepare Him Room
Marty Machowski
Religion
September 30, 2014
82

Star Bright: A Christmas Story ~ Author – Alison McGhee and Illustrator – Peter H. Reynolds

A Christmas Story is a lovely book that tells the story of an angel who is uncertain what to bring to celebrate the birth of Baby Jesus.  Ultimately, she realizes a star that shines brightly is the perfect gift for a king.  The text and illustrations in this book work together beautifully to create a wonderful holiday read.  This book is not to be missed!

Star Bright Book Cover Star Bright
Alison McGhee
Juvenile Fiction
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
September 30, 2014
40

Prepare Him Room: Celebrating the Birth of Jesus Family Devotional – Marty Machowski

Prepare Him Room is a delightful guide to implementing gospel focused traditions for your family during Advent.  This lovely book includes weekly scripture readings as well as Christmas activities and songs.  It would be a wonderful early Christmas gift for a family with young children.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

Prepare Him Room Book Cover Prepare Him Room
Marty Machowski
Religion
September 30, 2014
82

A Better December: Proverbs to Brighten December – Steven Estes

This small book shares true stories accompanied by pen and ink illustrations.  It is an encouraging reminder how we can each have a a more purposeful and peaceful Christmas season.  The author uses the Book of Proverbs as a guide.

While this complimentary book was provided for review by New Growth Press, no other compensation was given.  All remarks are my personal and honest opinions.

A Better December Book Cover A Better December
Steven Estes
Religion
October 1, 2013
83