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Christmas Joy: A Devotional by Mel Lawrenz
What can we do to keep the joy in Christmas? The Christmas season can be your time for personal spiritual renewal. A time of joy and celebration. In this daily devotional for the month of December pastor and author Mel Lawrenz provides insight and inspiration that keeps Christ in Christmas. Each daily reading unpacks the meaning of words like joy, peace, Immanuel, shepherd, Magi, Mary, star, flesh, virgin, counselor, prince, manger, and more. Mel Lawrenz is Minister at Large for Elmbrook Church in Brookfield, Wisconsin, where he previously served as Senior Pastor. He is the author of twelve books, and is the director of The Brook Network (www.thebrooknetwork.org).
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First published November 18, 2011
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December 24, 2023
My last Christmas devotional before the big day 💕 Sweet & encouraging🎄
December 27, 2016
Focusing on the true meaning of Christmas
The daily readings and prayers helped keep me focused on the true meaning of Christmas. Mr. Lawrence explains biblical things in a way that's simple, yet profound. I find myself carrying his words with me throughout the day, pondering and sharing them. It's truly a book of Christmas joy!
The daily readings and prayers helped keep me focused on the true meaning of Christmas. Mr. Lawrence explains biblical things in a way that's simple, yet profound. I find myself carrying his words with me throughout the day, pondering and sharing them. It's truly a book of Christmas joy!
December 25, 2014
Very good Devotional
This book is meant to be read in the days leading up to Christmas. I feel that it could be read at any time of the year. The story of Jesus's birth is told, but, it is really more than that being told.
This book is meant to be read in the days leading up to Christmas. I feel that it could be read at any time of the year. The story of Jesus's birth is told, but, it is really more than that being told.
February 12, 2023
I enjoyed this book.
I loved this Advent book and how it was set up. I will definitely reread this. I recommend it for everyone who wants to prepare for Advent and the miracle of Jesus birth - at Christmas or anytime.
I loved this Advent book and how it was set up. I will definitely reread this. I recommend it for everyone who wants to prepare for Advent and the miracle of Jesus birth - at Christmas or anytime.
December 28, 2022
I really enjoyed this devotional. I didn't agree with all of the theology, but for the most part it was excellent.
December 23, 2024
Easy and short Christmas devotional.
December 25, 2016
Psychologists suggest happiness is a reflection of personal attitude and lifestyle. It is more than emotion and is dependent on one's relationships, perceived meaningfulness, and achievements. Likewise, religious scholars believe joy is not based on circumstance but a commitment stronger than feeling. Mel Lawrenz, pastor and author, believes the source of this joy is Christ. For Christians, Christmas embodies God's gift of light and life to mankind by revealing himself as Man. By daily reading this book, I was gently reminded of the lasting peace that comes from God. Each day defined and added context to words within the New Testament's Christmas story, opening my eyes to the intent, power, and presence of God. In the midst of a hustling, bustling holiday season, adding this devotional to my routine was exactly what I needed. Merry Christmas!
December 26, 2015
Mel Lawrenz's little book, CHRISTMAS JOY: A DEVOTIONAL, is a wonderful way to be reminded throughout the month leading up to our Christmas celebration of the reason we even celebrate Christmas. It's simple, straight-forward, and helps remind us of the Joy of Christmas.
December 28, 2015
read as part of daily devotions during 2015 holiday season
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