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Women of Christmas
The Gospel of Matthew gives a very interesting genealogy of Jesus Christ. Genealogies are important to people. We live in an age where people are determined to find their "roots". Genealogies were important at the time of Christ also. And in Matthew's genealogical account we find some interesting things. It is considered an odd genealogy for Biblical times because it listed women, something that was rarely or never done in Bible times. The very fact that Matthew mentions four women in his genealogy gives us a clue as to their importance to the story. This book takes a look at that genealogy and these Women of Christmas.
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Happy Holidays with Teens
There is no doubt that children "make" the holidays. There is nothing like the smile on a child's face as they see all the Christmas lights lit up as you drive around your town - or the look of awe on their face on Christmas morning when they wake up to presents under the tree. But as our children move into the teen years, the Christmas season loses some of its awe and wonder...if we let it! It is true that we cannot turn back the clock and we cannot stop our kids from outgrowing some of our holiday traditions. Let's face it, it would look pretty funny seeing your 16-year-old sitting on Santa's lap in the local mall. But with some planning, we can still make the Holiday Season special. This book is full of ideas to help you get started.
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Old Fashioned Holidays
Old Fashioned Holidays is a wonderful book which includes Holiday Traditions, Recipes, and Homemade Gifts that were begun in years past, but are still a delight today. Also included is the history behind the traditions that shed light on how women throughout the ages celebrated the Holidays along with some Holiday trivia and a special section on the Women of Christmas.
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Celebrate Simply
Have you ever dreamed of simpler celebrations that leave you exhilarated rather than exhausted? Overjoyed instead of overwhelmed? If so, stop dreaming. Celebrate Simply: Your Guide to Simpler, More Meaningful Holidays and Special Occasions is for you. Within this book you’ll find page after page of simple, practical ideas for taking the stress and expense out of the holidays—not just Christmas, but all of the holidays and special occasions you encounter throughout the year. With a plethora of personal examples and creative suggestions, author Nancy Twigg guides you on a journey to simpler celebrations expressive of your values and unique personality. With an emphasis on low cost but high value, Celebrate Simply illustrates how you can: • Give meaningful gifts that are within your means • Add spiritual significance to your celebrations • Undo a history of holiday and special occasion overspending • Extend hospitality without the stress of trying to impress guests • Give one of the most precious gifts ever—the gift of your time Can celebrations be simple, yet significant? Certainly! And Celebrate Simply: Your Guide to Simpler, More Meaningful Holidays and Special Occasions shows you how. $12.95
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Celebrating the Christian Year
Have you ever felt that you were somehow missing out on celebrating the real meaning of Christmas and other special days? Have the cheap and not so cheap "substitutes" that are superimposed in neon lights over the holidays left you feeling frustrated and dissatisfied? Then this book can help you. The word "holiday" means "a special day set apart for a spiritual purpose," and most of the holidays—even Valentine's Day—originated to affirm our faith. Through them we can communicate what we believe. Holidays invite us to participate with God's people through the centuries in historic events that have affected all of time, including the present, and prepare us for the future! They "replay" decisive religious events, reminding us of God's marvelous works. What a wonderful reason to celebrate and give praise to God! With thoughtful planning, holidays can provide time for families to love each other, have fun together, build family memories, and truly celebrate the traditional Christian holidays. In the style of her successful Celebrate the Feasts of the Old Testament, Martha Zimmerman presents the major Christian holidays of the year and gives the history behind each event as well as a way to celebrate it in a family setting. This is a wonderful handbook that will provide meaningful traditions for your family that will last a lifetime....$11.95
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Shepherds Abiding
Since he was a boy growing up in Mississippi, Father Tim lived what he calls “the life of the mind.” Except for cooking, gardening and washing his dog, he never learned to savor the work of his hands. Then he finds a derelict nativity scene—twenty figures, including a flock of sheep that have suffered the indignities of time and neglect. Can he give the small company new life? Restore the camel’s ear, repaint every piece, and replace a missing nose on a wise man? It’s when he imagines the excitement in Cynthia’s eyes that he steps up to the plate—and begins a small journey of faith that touches everyone around him. The eighth novel in the bestselling Mitford Years series is a meditation on the best of all presents—the gift of one’s heart. Lovingly written and beautifully illustrated, it seeks to restore the true Christmas spirit and give everyone a seat at Mitford’s holiday table.
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Christmas Homecoming
There's nothing like romance to spice up the season! The daughter of wealthy Bostonians looks for A Place to Call Home when her parents disapprove of her Irish suitor. Dark secrets threaten childhood sweethearts in The Heart of a Stranger. And a young widow's grandmother leaves a Christmas Legacy that leads to love. 350 pages, softcover from Tyndale...$9.99
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The ADVENTure of Christmas
The ADVENTure of Christmas, written by "Facts of Life" star Lisa Whelchel, is a guide for moms concerned that their children are losing sight of Jesus in the midst of the distractions the holiday season brings. Lisa Whelchel was such a mom, but instead of abandoning the traditions of Christmas she rediscovered their original meanings, which were intended to remind people of God's unfathomable gift. Hanging lights on the house, wrapping gifts, and decorating the tree have become opportunities to teach her children about how they relate to Jesus' birth. With The ADVENTure of Christmas, mothers can redeem what's been lost from the very symbols that are gentle reminders of the true meaning of Christmas. For each of the twenty-four days preceding Christmas, The ADVENTure of Christmas serves as a fun and handy guide that describes the significance behind your favorite traditions. Hanging lights on the house, wrapping gifts, and decorating the tree will become opportunities to share how these customs relate to Jesus' birth. This book captures the true meaning of this beloved season, giving reasons to celebrate for years to come. Even though my kids are teens, I still found many ideas in this book to use to enrich our Christmas experience. If your family is grown, I highly recommend it to use with your grandchildren or to give as a gift to a young mother. $19.99
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Fireside Christmas
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A Christmas Dozen
Christmas Stories to Warm the Heart by Steve Burt—Storyteller of the Heart Some people tell stories. Steven Burt is a Storyteller in the very best sense of the word. His stories inspire enthusiastic cheers for the human spirit and joyful tears for human kindness. The characters that populate his tales are real; they live in his heart, they come alive in ours. A Christmas Dozen is a Book of the Year finalist (ForeWord Magazine Awards) and Runner-Up for Best Inspirational Book (Writer's Digest Awards). We hope you will take a moment and discover A Christmas Dozen. It is filled with stories that will remind you of the best in people and restore your faith in life. They will change you—maybe for a moment, maybe forever—definitely for the better. Between those two small retail outlets and what people bought from Steve at his readings, the first printing sold out in 40 days and 40 nights. A second emergency printing sold out twice as fast. People just couldn't seem to get enough of Steve's stories or his books. They were buying books by the dozens. After such success, Steve decided to devote himself to writing full-time and to getting his stories out to the world. That has been our great good luck.....$14.95
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