Christ in the Carols: Thirty-one devotionals for Christmas and Advent

by Christopher A. Lane

Christ in the Carols is a devotional inspired by 31 best-loved Christmas carols. Each section includes the lyrics to the song, a short history or explanation of the song, a brief scriptural reflection, and a prayer. Ideal for holiday gift giving or for personal devotions, Christ in the Carols will encourage a time of reflection and prayer during the Christmas season.

Genres: Poetry

192 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1999

About the author

Christopher A. Lane is the author of Eden’s Gate and the best-selling Appearance of Evil, as well as several children’s books, one of which was awarded a Gold Medallion. He and his wife own Alpha-Omega Productions, which provides media reviews to subscribers. They live in Colorado Springs with their children.

Christopher Lane is a prolific writer who has published 15 books for the inspirational and religious market, including six children's novels, one of which won the Gold Medallion Award and another the C.S. Lewis Award. He continues to write for the Christian market. This first mystery is his debut in the American Booksellers market.

His Inupiat Eskimo Mystery series has the author listed as "Christopher Lane".

Reviews

[Ron · Rating 3 out of 5]

A pleasant little book of thirty-one Christmas devotions. Interesting that most carols were drawn from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

Reminds us that not all church music has been stuffy and hymn-like. Carols, easy to remember and sing, were the "praise music" of their day, and not restricted to just Christmas.

[Carolyn Vandine West · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wanted to like this book more than I did. I liked the way each chapter was laid out starting with a Christmas hymn then the background. Verses following and a prayer but I don’t know it just didn’t grab me.
It was well written and I think would appeal to people with a musical background more than I have. Some of the hymns were unknown and I would love to hear the music that goes with them. One was an Amy Grant song that I am familiar with her music but not that song.
If you are looking for a devotional advent book leading up to the Christmas season you might try this it might be your kind of book. It just wasn’t mine.

[Becky Philo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I chose this book as an Advent read and loved it. Each day I read a Christmas carol, paired with Scripture and a thoughtful reflection. Some of the carols were new to me, while others were longtime favorites, and the devotions were meaningful. It was a great way to prepare my heart for Christmas.

[Amanda Rae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Made my Christmas so meaningful!

[Patricia · Rating 3 out of 5]

A lovely advent devotional for .music lovers,however some carols are not well known

[Matt · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable and different kind of devotional. Definitely worth a go through in advent.

[Linda Shaw · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't finish this book. It wasn't my "cup of tea".

[Sarah Orser · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good read and interesting to learn about the history of each of the carols.

[Rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a great way to find holiday inspiration.