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Preparing for the Christmas season is often a whirlwind of activity. Decorating the tree, making meals, and wrapping gifts seem to dominate my time. This year, though, I’d like to prepare my heart first. Getting into the spirit of the season requires more than twinkling lights and pretty music. Instead, the days prior to Christmas will be blessed with prayer and meditation. I’m making an effort to focus on the real reason I celebrate the holiday, which is to draw closer to Jesus. The Christmas Story in 40 Days is an efficient alternative to the traditional advent calendar. Consider implementing it in your calendar this year!
My first impression of The Christmas Story in 40 Days was that “this book is small!” It’s a very slim paperback, especially when you consider that 40 days is a long time commitment to devote to one book. Author Chris Loehmer Kincaid was quite reasonable with the expectations of this devotional-style title. Each “day” takes up only two sparse pages, with much of the second page as notes. The daily messages cover common topics such as one’s family tree, decision to bear children, and miracles. Anyone can relate to this story, and that’s what makes it so perfect. I liked having this book well in advance of the holidays. It allowed me to focus on the coming Christmas season with a prayerful heart.
Would you enjoy reading The Christmas Story in 40 Days?
This book does look like it would be a good read!
I’d like to read this book because it is inspiring.
CHRISTMAS HAS GOTTEN SO COMMERCIAL….SO MANY PEOPLE DO NOT REALLY KNOW THE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS
I want to read this book because it looks like a great book to focus on the real meaning of christmas!
I want to read this; I’m asking myself now if I do know the whole story. I definitely want to.
i love to read sound interesting to me
Reading this book daily would be a great way to truly prepare for Christmas!
I love advent and I’m always looking for new tools during the season!
We have never done advent calendars. This would be a great way to start.
I would love to win this because it looks like a great book. Plus, It’s perfect for around Christmas!
I would love to read this book to help me focus on the true meaning of Christmas!
What a great way to spend 40 days – strengthening my bond with God! I’d enjoy doing that.
I would love to share this with my grandson.
SOUNDS LIKE A VERY INTERESTING BOOK FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY