Christmas
is a special time of celebrating good news. It can also be an
exhausting or depressing time. Warren invites readers to slow down,
read this short book and enjoy the gift of Christmas.
It's
been ten years since this book first came out. It is still timely and
inspiring. We are reminded of the importance of celebrating the good
news of Jesus' birth, God's love and God's presence. Warren makes
sure we understand Christmas is about salvation. He is clear as to
why we need salvation, using stories and illustrations to explain the
gospel. In case we forget, Christmas is also about reconciliation and
restoring peace with God and man.
I
like Warren's book. It would make a nice gift for a loved one. The
text and illustrations are inspiring. It helped me slow down and
reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
Rick
Warren is the founding pastor of Saddleback Church, one of the
largest churches in the world, with campuses in the US and around the
world. He is the author of The Purpose Driven Life, one of the
bestselling nonfiction books in publishing history. He founded The
PEACE Plan, which Plants churches that promotes reconciliation,
Equips servant leaders, Assists the poor, Cares for the sick, and
Educates the next generation in 196 countries. Warren can be heard on
his audio teaching called Daily Hope. You can find out more at
https://pastorrick.com/ where
you can also sign up for his free daily devotional. Photograph
by Patrick Ecclesine
Howard
Books, 144 pages.
I
received a complimentary review copy of this book from the publisher. My comments
are an independent and honest review.
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