Awaiting Christmas: A Family Devotional for Advent

Proceeds from this book support the ministry of Goodhope Nazarene It seems that in our immediate gratification culture we begin celebrating Christmas before the Thanksgiving turkey gets cold. This wouldn't be so bad if there were any hint of Christ in our celebrations. The purpose of the Advent season is to delay the celebration of Christmas as much as possible. Focus on the anticipation. Focus on the expectation. Focus on the need we have for the kind of saving that Christ does. This devotional book, with the use of Advent candle readings and the "Jesse Tree," will help you and your family join the Ancient Israelites in waiting for the promised Messiah. This book is designed to be used year after year so that it can become a cherished family tradition. WHAT IS A JESSE TREE? The tradition of the Jesse Tree began in medieval times. It is a visual way to tell the story of the Bible from Genesis to Jesus. Early depictions of the Jesse Tree were made of carvings or stained glass. Over time the Jesse Tree transformed into an Advent tradition that helps us remember how God has been working in human history. During each day of Advent, a Bible story is shared and a corresponding ornament is hung on the Jesse Tree. By the Time Christmas comes your family will have traveled through many of the key events in scripture and will have arrived at the very first Christmas. When Christmas finally comes your family will have a beautiful visual display of your journey together. Kindle Version does not have interior images. Jesse Tree Ornaments available at www.GoodhopeNaz.com/jessetree.html

Author: T. J. Torgerson, Chuck Sanford

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Publication Date: Nov 27, 2017

Number of Pages: 112 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback

ISBN-10: 1979774927

ISBN-13: 9781979774925