Olsen's favorite time of the year is Christmastime - what's not to love? The decorations, the presents, and especially celebrating Jesus's birthday are all tons of fun! Learn with Olsen about what makes Christmas truly special in Always the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.
Elevate Your Character with the Characters of Christmas There's more to Christmas than buying gifts and the traditional songs we enjoy each year. In Jesse Duplantis' latest book, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year-Uncommon Lessons from the Christmas Story, you'll be inspired to live a higher life of faith by exploring the wonder of God's mysterious ways in the lives of people, both ancient and modern. Broken into five key sections, Dr. Duplantis shares personal insights on some of the more unusual elements of the Christmas story through lessons on: CAESAR AUGUSTUS-How the unconscious obedience of an unbeliever worked to facilitate God's plan for Christ's birth, and how to recognize when God uses this same unusual method in your life, too. JOHN THE BAPTIST-How God prepared the way for Jesus' first coming by sending a unique, pure-living and straight-talking forerunner, and how it's very likely He will send even more forerunners before His Son returns to earth once again. THE WISE MEN-How science and spirituality converged to bring "three rich Gentiles" from foreign lands to honor The King of Kings, and what we can learn for our own lives from the humble and generous Magi about abundance, obedience, great intentions, and generosity. MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS-How the character of Mary was more praised and important to God than sexuality, and how we can learn more about strength of character, faith in God, urgency in obedience, and the sacred feminine bonds of divine connections. JESUS, SON OF GOD-How the God of the universe and beyond became the "baby in the manger" we see portrayed at Christmas, illuminating our own existence and bringing hope, light, and joy to the world by becoming "God with skin." You'll be inspired to see the manger in a new light, and will be reminded that the story of Jesus isn't over yet! Take a fresh look at the manger and beyond with Dr. Jesse Duplantis in The Most Wonderful Time of the Year-Uncommon Lessons from the Christmas Story.
A #1 New York Times Bestselling AuthorWhat goes better with mistletoe and merriment than the sweet beginnings of romance? The spirit of the season works its special magic in four stories of unexpected gifts opened by Fern Michaels' "Christmas Passed." Three years after her husband's death, Brandy still finds the holidays anything but jolly. Then a handsome widower shows her that moving on is possible.
'HILARIOUS' ISABELLE BROOM Emily has it all: a good job, awesome friends, a great boyfriend, and a wonderful flat exactly 411 miles away from her nightmarish family. But when her boyfriend Robert dumps her mere days before Christmas, Emily's devastated. Knowing there's no way she can face her family alone, Emily enlists the help of her party-boy neighbour Evan. All he needs to do is pretend to be Robert. The only trouble is Evan's not exactly boyfriend material. He likes flirting, loud music, and louder sex. Can Emily handle Evan and her family, or is she heading straight for disaster? WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR 'Laugh-out-loud funny' 5* reader review 'The best book I have read in ages' 5* reader review 'Hilarious and heart-warming' 5* reader review 'Full of wonderful humour and laugh-out-loud moments' 5* reader review *And if you enjoyed The Most Wonderful Time of the Year, you'll love All I Want for Christmas, a sparkling festive romantic comedy - out now*
Beloved artist Susan Winget captures the true joy and magic of Christmas with her bright, holiday artwork. Images of a frosty white snowman, a Christmas tree all aglow, and a crackling fire on a winter's eve draw readers into the warm holiday spirit. Festive quotes and sweet Christmas sentiments welcome the reader home where family and friends gather, faith matters, and love abides. Inspired by the true spirit of Christmas, this beautiful gift book is a most wonderful way to prepare the heart to usher in holidays.
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, but it is also the most wonderful time of all years--it revolves around the greatest story ever told. This original guide to reflection on the season of Advent from Darrell Johnson is laid out in a daily devotional style, designed to help you live in this story over four weeks. Each week begins on Sunday with a text from one (or more) of the four Gospels, followed by a daily reflection on the text and a prayer taken from others who have studied and told the story.
JNThe #1 ew York Times–bestselling author kicks off a festive anthology featuring tales of mistletoe, merriment, and the melting of hearts. “Christmas Passed” by Fern Michaels Three years after her husband’s death, Brandy Heyers still finds that celebrating the holidays without him is anything but jolly. Then handsome widower Ryan Rogers shows her that moving on is possible, and her frozen heart begins to melt . . . “A Glory Junction Christmas” by Stacy Finz When Hannah Baldwin hears her ex is getting remarried, she’s ready to give up on Christmas, not to mention love. But the best gifts come in unexpected packages, and old friend Josh Garner is just the man to convince her that the coming New Year is going to be the happiest yet . . . “Moonshine and Mistletoe” by Sarah Title A holiday fling is all Emma Fallader expects when she meets gorgeous fiddler Abe Tate at her friend’s wedding—but after just days together, it isn’t all she wants. Can the spirit of the season work its special magic for two people separated by more than miles? “An Apple Valley Christmas” by Shirlee McCoy Now that her beloved dad is gone, Emma Baily is facing the holidays alone—until her ex, Jack McAllister, shows up to help her close her father’s estate. After four years apart, only the magic of Christmas will show Emma that joy is a gift meant to be shared . . .
Sony Music Entertainment Australia is pleased to announce THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR, the first Christmas album from popular crossover artist MARK VINCENT. This much-anticipated album is a heart-warming and joyous collection of songs that celebrate the festive season, and includes duets with Marina Prior and UK tenor Russell Watson. THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR features the outstanding Sydney International Orchestra, conducted by long-time Vincent collaborator Chong Lim.
For Christians worldwide, the month of December is filled with joy and wonder as we anticipate the celebration of Christ’s birth. There is no other time of the year that can compare to the Christmas season for both the young and young at heart. From December to New Year’s Eve, reawaken the wonder, joy, and magic that is Christmas with daily scripture and inspirational readings of stories behind popular Christmas traditions, carols and movies. Enjoy a wealth of fun activities to help make the most of the season, including heartwarming holiday recipes and homemade gift ideas. With this soon-to-be-cherished holiday devotional, best-selling author Ace Collins will capture your imagination and help to make each day of December more memorable and meaningful to you, and those you love, by shining a light on the real spirit of the season.