
Product Details
- Cover Type:
- 64 Pages
- Publisher: The Good Book Co
- Publication Date: November 2020
- ISBN: FGREEAJ_D___SEARCHINGFORCHRISTMA9781784985318
Searching for Christmas: What If There's More to the Story Than You Thought?
Most of us are familiar with the events of the first Christmas--the manger scene, shepherds watching sheep, angels singing their songs, and wise men arriving--but what if there's more to the story? What if the birth of Jesus is actually the most significant event in all of history and can transform our lives?
This evangelistic book goes beyond the birth of Jesus to look at what he did when he grew up and how he fulfilled the names given to him centuries beforehand by the prophet Isaiah.
In a compelling, insightful, winsome and personal way, J.D. Greear shows that if we get to know the God who lies behind the Christmas story and at the heart of the Christmas story, we'll discover the joy, hope, purpose and belonging we're all searching for.
Readers will see that Jesus is the Wonderful Counsellor, who can guide them in all truth; the Mighty God, who made and owns everything; the Eternal Father, who they can trust to love them for ever; and the Prince of Peace, who died in their place so that they can be forgiven and accepted eternally.
J D Greear is lead pastor of The Summit Church, a multi-site congregation in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, and President of the Southern Baptist Convention. He is married to Veronica and they have four children. J.D. is the author of several books including Searching for Christmas, Gospel, and Above All.
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“Just as Isaiah wrote to a people walking in darkness, J.D. Greear walks through four names that Isaiah prophesied of the coming Savior, showing those who have walked through the dark year of 2020 that Jesus is what we are searching for this Christmas. This heartfelt and, at times, humorous little book is a great way to share the gospel clearly and powerfully with those who have yet to believe in Jesus and with the nominal Christians in your life.”
Kyle Whitgrove
wtsbooks.com
“I love this book. Here is a winsome, wise, and gospel-centered book about Christmas by a seasoned storyteller. Using Isaiah’s prophecy of Jesus, Greear shows us that in the heart of everyone is a longing that only Jesus can satisfy. This Christmas, buy this book and give it to those you love: you’ll be glad you did. ”
Paul D. Tripp
Author, New Morning Mercies and Dangerous Calling
“J.D. Greear tells the Christmas story in an engaging, enlightening, exciting fashion that will put you in the Christmas spirit. A fantastic Christmas gift! ”
James Merritt
Pastor, Crosspointe Church, Duluth, Georgia; Past President of the Southern Baptist Convention
“It’s easy to think that we understand the Christmas story. Bethlehem, star, baby in an animal pen, wise men. Check. Check. We’ve heard it all before… but so what? This little book, full of wisdom and understanding, will tell you why you should care. Take a moment and read it. You may be surprised. And your life may be changed. ”
Elyse M. Fitzpatrick
Author, Worthy: Celebrating the Value of Women
“Quite simply the most moving Christmas book I have ever read. Profound questions get posed: Is there a God? Where do I find help? What has he done for me? What is he like? And with each answer I found my heart was deeply touched. ”
Rico Tice
Founder, Christianity Explored Ministries; Author, Honest Evangelism and Capturing God
“The Christmas hymn ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem’ has us sing this prayer: ‘be born in us today.’ Truly nothing is greater at Christmastime than the reality that the same baby who was born in the manger is changing hearts and lives two thousand years later. This little book will introduce you to the real meaning of Christmas. ”
Trevin Wax
Author, Rethink Your Self and This Is Our Time
“This wonderful book shows us the One that Christmas is all about, and how he is all you will ever need, now and forever. ”
Daniel L. Akin
dent
“In Searching for Christmas, J.D. takes us beyond cultural celebrations and traditions, and guides us back to the true heart of Christmas. He refocuses our hearts on the astounding love that God demonstrated by sending his Son to this earth. Put simply, if you are overwhelmed by the chaos of Christmas, this book will help you.” ”
Adam W. Greenway
President, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
“Whether you are someone who is searching for answers to the big questions of life, or a new follower of Christ, or a seasoned believer, this funny and accessible book will point you to rich truths that are older than time but as pertinent as ever. ”
Keri Ladouceur
Founder, New Ground Network; Exponential Host and Associate
“Most of the Western world shuts down every year on December 25th. J.D. Greear shares what Christmas REALLY means. And his excellent explanation might just surprise you. ”
Steve Gaines
Pastor, Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, Tennessee
“J.D. unpacks the longings each of us feel around Christmastime, unearthing the questions we all ask deep down and pointing to answers. I highly recommend this! ”
Greg Laurie
Senior Pastor, Harvest Church, California; Evangelist for Harvest Crusades
Product Description
Most of us are familiar with the events of the first Christmas--the manger scene, shepherds watching sheep, angels singing their songs, and wise men arriving--but what if there's more to the story? What if the birth of Jesus is actually the most significant event in all of history and can transform our lives?
This evangelistic book goes beyond the birth of Jesus to look at what he did when he grew up and how he fulfilled the names given to him centuries beforehand by the prophet Isaiah.
In a compelling, insightful, winsome and personal way, J.D. Greear shows that if we get to know the God who lies behind the Christmas story and at the heart of the Christmas story, we'll discover the joy, hope, purpose and belonging we're all searching for.
Readers will see that Jesus is the Wonderful Counsellor, who can guide them in all truth; the Mighty God, who made and owns everything; the Eternal Father, who they can trust to love them for ever; and the Prince of Peace, who died in their place so that they can be forgiven and accepted eternally.
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Product Details
- Cover Type:
- 64 Pages
- Publisher: The Good Book Co
- Publication Date: November 2020
- ISBN: FGREEAJ_D___SEARCHINGFORCHRISTMA9781784985318