Come back to the heart of Christmas. We know the story. It started in a manger in Palestine, but since that night the history of the world, and your life will never be the same. In The Purpose of Christmas, Rick Warren explains how Christmas is a time of celebration, salvation and reconciliation, and how you can accept the Gift of Christmas today!With presentation page and space for your personal greeting; full color photo illustrations, Scripture and focus on the Christ of Christmas; hardcover, 132 pages.
Hailed by The Economist as the "the most influential pastor in America," and by Time as one of the 100 most influential people in the world, the bestselling author of The Purpose Driven Life expounds on the profound origins of Christmas, describing it as an opportune time to welcome peace into our lives.
In his powerful yet compassionate voice, Pastor Rick Warren sounds the clarion call to "remember the reason for the season," taking readers back in time to the most wonderful story of all -- the birth of the baby Jesus. When he was just a small boy, young Rick asked his parents if they could celebrate Christmas with a birthday party for Jesus -- and the tradition began that the Warrens have upheld for over fifty years. Now through stirring imagery and compelling personal insights, The Purpose of Christmas honors the significance and promise of this cherished holiday.
Pastor Warren encourages readers to identify and confront what drains peace from their lives. Warren explains that the way to respond to these peace-robbers is to learn how to surrender to God's will and not feel defeated or discouraged when life does not go as planned. True peace of mind is found by having an unshakeable faith in God -- knowing that his empowering Spirit will guide his children through life's challenges.
Beautifully written, The Purpose of Christmas will stir readers to honor the true significance of Christmas and to nurture God's gifts of love and peace in this world.
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Reviewed by Naomi (Ontario, Canada), January 12, 2010
This is an excellent reminder of what Christmas is really about and who we are in Christ. It would be a wonderful book to give someone who is not yet a believer.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Denise Ferrell (Alton, VA), January 02, 2010
Great book!!!!! All the people I gave this too for Christmas said it was the best present they got.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Bonnie Linkous (Blacksburg, VA), January 01, 2010
I gave this to my husband , who is a pastor. After reading the book he has used thoughts from it to bring messages to our congregation. Very inspiring and clearly something I would encourage others to read.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Brian Chickosky (Enfield, CT), December 31, 2009
I had bought this book last Christmas and really loved it, so this year I bought 4 more copies and gave them out as gifts with a personal note on the inside cover....Hopefully they will lead a soul to Christ.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kindle (New Jersey), December 08, 2009
I love this book. I learned so much from it. It is easy read and I am going to lend it out to a few of my relatives. I have no regrets in buying this book, like I said, I learned from it and got lots of info out of it. I can't wait to buy more books from Rick Warren.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Marlene Cavaiola (Sterling, VA), December 01, 2009
This is an inspirational and a reminder of why we celebrate Christmas. I will be giving it to several Christian friends.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Mary Buddig (Hinsdale, IL), February 01, 2009
I enjoyed the book. I gave about 50 copies to friends as gifts. I think that Rick Warren gives a refreshed meaning to Christmas. I would recommend everyone reading this book and really learning the true meaning of Christmas.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kim (York, South Carolina), January 09, 2009
I received this as a Christmas gift. Next to the Bible it is the best book I've ever read. I couldn't put it down and finished it in 40 minutes! A very easy and profound read!
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