More than a Manger: 25 Devotions for Advent

by Sue Fairchild

A Christmas nativity set traditionally includes a barn-like setting, Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus, one shepherd, a few animals, and three wise men. But Jesus’s birth is about more than just the manger and those who were (and were not) there. Jesus came to earth for more than just one day and for more than that manger scene.

Delve into the Christmas story with twenty-five short Advent devotions designed to draw you closer to God and show you so much more than the typical manger scene. Author Sue A. Fairchild explores texts from both the Old and New Testament to show readers the intricate story of Jesus’s birth and his love for us.

131 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 1, 2025

Reviews

[Karin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've been wanting to do a Christian advent/devotional advent for a few years, so I was thrilled when I discovered this collection of devotions. Having read Sue's writing before, I knew they would be well written, so I bought the book.

Not only did we enjoy reading a devotion each night during December, everyone in my family learned a lot. I wasn't sure how much you could write about the Christmas story each night for 25 days, but Sue included different viewpoints, lots of interesting details, and a focus on the blessing and miracle that was the birth of Jesus.

It you're looking for an easy-to-read Christmas devotional for the whole family, I highly recommend this book.

[Crystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even as a person of faith most of my life, I learned many new and interesting things in this Advent devotional. It brought much joy to my experience of the Christmas season this year.