When you think of Christmas, what do you see? Glittering lights,
decked-out trees, brightly wrapped gifts, a tightly packed schedule?
Look closer. What do you hear? Ringing bells, familiar carols, Mariah
Carey on an endless loop at the grocery store? Listen harder. In a
season that is busy and bustling, there is a deeper, softer, quieter
truth that we too often miss in the mayhem.
God in our midst. God with us. The greatest gift. The only reason for
the season. And the source of all our joy.
If you've been feeling overwhelmed and exhausted by what Christmas has
become, this beautiful Advent devotional will refresh your faith,
reactivate your wonder, and restore your joy. With stories of simple
Christmases past, inspiration from Scripture, and pearls of wisdom from
beloved author Sheila Walsh, The Gifts of Christmas offers you grace,
peace, hope, and a sense of expectation for what truly can be the most
wonderful time of the year.