Signs of Christmas
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Publisher: Lillenas Publishing Company
Published: 2004-03-23
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9780834180376
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The Story of Christmas
Author: Patricia A. Pingry
Publisher: Worthy Kids/Ideals
Published: 2022-10-04
Total Pages: 22
ISBN-13: 9781546002338
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscover the story of the first Christmas in this newly illustrated classic, perfect for little ones curious about the story behind their holiday celebrations. Expertly crafted for the attention span of toddlers, this simple book tells the biblical story of Christmas--from the Annunciation to the birth of Jesus and the arrival of the wise men. The story also helps little listeners understand the connection between the first Christmas and today's celebrations and traditions. With bright illustrations and a toddler-friendly length of about 200 words, this book is an age-appropriate way to introduce the story of the Nativity. A perfect addition for Christmas stockings!
Changing Signs of Truth
Author: Crystal L. Downing
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Published: 2012-05-15
Total Pages: 342
ISBN-13: 083086685X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCrystal Downing brings the postmodern theory of semiotics within reach for today's evangelists. Following the idea of the sign through Scripture, church history and the academy, Downing shows you how signs work and how sensitivity to their dynamics can make or break an attempt to communicate truth.
The 25 Days of Christmas
Author: James Merritt
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
Published: 2018-10-02
Total Pages: 57
ISBN-13: 0736973117
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStart a Better Holiday Family Tradition As a Christian parent, you already know how busy and commercialized Christmas has become. Amid the flurry of activity, it's easy to lose sight of the real reason you celebrate this season—the birth of Jesus. The 25 Days of Christmas is a unique advent devotional written to help your family experience richer joy as you discover what the holiday is really about. Each two-page spread features a short story for you to read aloud, an inspiring Scripture verse, and a fun and easy family activity to remind you of what you learned that day. This full-color, beautifully illustrated book will be a keepsake you'll look forward to using every year. Make Christmas even more meaningful this December—one day at a time.
When I Dream of Christmas
Author: Oakley Graham
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Published: 2019-10
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9781950416332
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA simple, yet charming book that takes little ones through the many favorite things about Christmas!
The Twelve Days of Christmas in Wisconsin
Author: Erin Eitter Kono
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Published: 2007
Total Pages: 40
ISBN-13: 9781402738159
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOn each of the twelve days before her Christmas visit, Emma's cousin Jake sends her a letter describing the history, geography, animals, and interesting sites of Wisconsin. Uses the cumulative pattern of the traditional carol to present amusing state trivia at the end of each letter.
The World Encyclopedia of Christmas
Author: Gerry Bowler
Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
Published: 2012-10-23
Total Pages: 1075
ISBN-13: 1551996073
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAt last, a truly comprehensive look at Christmas and all of its customs with its long history around the world. The World Encyclopedia of Christmas contains articles on the history of Christmas baking, drinking, and merrymaking, and Christmas dramas, music, literature, art, and films. It includes entries on the evolution of the Christmas tree and the Christmas card, gift-giving, and decoration of church and home. There are profiles of the many gift-bringers, from Santa Claus to Babouschka, and miraculous tales of the numerous saints associated with the season. And there are histories of seasonal celebrations and folk customs around the world, from the United States to Japan, from Egypt to Iceland. Who, for example, knew the links between the Punch and Judy show and Christmas? That the medieval Paradise tree hung with tempting apples was the forerunner of the Christmas tree? About the Peerie Guizers, who terrorized the Shetland Islands, going door-to-door for Christmas charity? Or what Freudians make of our interest in Christmas stockings and Santa’s entrance through the chimney? There are detailed accounts of Wren Boys and Star Boys, mumming and wassailing, the Feast of Fools and the origins of eggnog. And of course stories of the Nativity and legends of the Magi. With beautifully illustrated accounts ranging from the pagan roots of Yuletide, through the birth of Christ, and the long and fascinating history of the festival ever since, The World Encyclopedia of Christmas, is a rich and continually surprising array of religious and secular history, trivia, literature, and art. This wonderful book deserves to find a home with every family that celebrates Christmas.
The Purpose of Christmas
Author: Rick Warren
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2012-12-11
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13: 1471108449
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn his powerful yet compassionate voice, Pastor Rick Warren tells the most wonderful story of all - the story of God come to earth in the form of a human infant. Warren goes back to that day long ago when the baby Jesus was born in the manger. In this clarion call to 'remember the reason for the season', readers are taken back in time to the simple origins of a baby who changed history forever. Warren gives readers an intimate look into his family heritage as he shares the fifty-year-old Warren Christmas tradition of having a birthday party for Jesus. Through stirring imagery and compelling insights, this book celebrates the significance and promise of this cherished holiday.
The True Meaning of Christmas
Author: Michael Patrick Barber
Publisher:
Published: 2021-11-15
Total Pages: 190
ISBN-13: 9781950939848
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhat does the Bible really say about the birth of Jesus? How did the celebration of Christmas become associated with things like Santa Claus and decorated trees? In The True Meaning of Christmas: The Birth of Jesus and the Origins of the Season, biblical scholar Michael Patrick Barber offers an inspiring look at the Bible's accounts of Jesus' birth and the development of the Christmas season. Along the way, he answers numerous questions, including: How is the Christmas story related to ancient Jewish expectations?Why is Jesus said to be laid in a "manger"?Who are the Magi?What is the mysterious Christmas star?How did December 25th become the date of Christmas?How did Saint Nicholas become "Santa Claus"? As Dr. Barber will show, to find our way "home" at Christmas, we need to first return to Christmas's home in the story of the Bible. Only by carefully reflecting on the stories of Jesus' birth can we hope to celebrate Christmas in the way it is meant to be celebrated and discover the real joy it promises!
The Christian's Duty to Reject Christmas
Author: Thomas Mockett
Publisher: Puritan Publications
Published: 2015-11-09
Total Pages: 102
ISBN-13: 1626631603
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMockett’s argument in this work is directed to well-meaning Christians who are defiling the Regulative Principle – that God alone determines the manner and time in which sinners are to approach him. Writing against the, “observation of Christ’s nativity,” Mockett shows the Christian how he is to reject, whole-heartily, adding Christ into Christmas as a religious or worship observance. Mr. Mockett is not going to deal with taking Christ out of Christmas. Instead, he is going to painstakingly demonstrate the ill-use of trying to reclaim Christ for Christmas as an unholy venture. He will show that it is a detestable, sinful practice to put Christ back into Christmas since men have no warrant from God to do so. Though they do this in pretense of honoring Christ in a day of worship, and do so with a sincere heart, as Mockett shows, “Good intentions and well meanings cannot justify any unwarrantable practice.” Mockett’s treatment of this issue is clear and well documented. The student of Scripture and historical theology cannot but come away with believing that reclaiming Christ in Christmas is truly a violation of God’s word, and a sinful practice which has harmed the church throughout its history.
