Because of Bethlehem

I have read Because of Bethlehem: Love is Born, Hope Is Here, by Max Lucado as an Advent study. I have found it to be a very inspirational book. It strengthened my faith by reminding me of the great truth of Immanuel, God with us. It could be read at any time and inspire and strength a Christian in remembering the great work of God on our behalf. I just smile when I think of the chapter God Has a Face, (“and the Word became Flesh and made His dwelling among us.”) The book is an easy read. Lucado is so down to earth and humorous as he speaks to our heart. I recommend this book to a believer who wants to continue to grow as a Christian and also to a seeker who wants to come to know God. It has certainly been a part of making my Christmas celebration a true celebration. The book includes an Advent devotional guide. It also includes a fiction writing, "An Angel’s Story.” The fiction, just like many of Lucado’s illustrations in the book really caused me to think. I do recommend this book.

Be careful with this purchase. The softcover is a coloring book, not the manuscript. Order hardcover if you want to read the book.

This book was pre-bought and downloaded when my step-daughter was in the last 12 days of her earthly life. As she was under hospice care, I read to her. She loved Christmas and this was a joy to read to her during this time. Because of Bethlehem reinforced His love for us and reminded us that she was going to a better place.

I have read thousands of books as far. I must tell you "THIS BOOK IS A MUST HAVE." After reading it I had a whole new outlook on life. REMEMBER ITS NEVER TOO OLD TO CHANGE. I will be sixty eight in July . My life has truly changed for the better. Thanks max, Russell Basile.

I loved this book, as I love all Max Lucado's books.His style is very appealing, and easy to read and understand.He explains clearly why Christ came. "Each one of us has a sin nature. God entered the world to take it away. God came to save us from ourselves.The angel said: He save His people from their sins. Matt 1.20-21]""What started in a Bethlehem cradle culminated on a Jerusalem cross.Jesus not only did a work for us, He did a work IN us,"" Chaos cannot keep Christ from His world.God uses the struggle to accomplish His will.God holds it all together. He will hold it together for you, too."These brief quotes may give you enough of an insight to know this is excellent teaching indeed.

We used Max Lucado's book for a men's sturdy during the Advent. The book is short. Max paints pictures with words. He is so talented. This book is a reminder of just what Christmas is all about. It is an easy read and moves along fast. It is not deep but challenges. Sometimes the stories bring out sobering questions. That is, touches one's comfort zone. Overall, not a bad book. I guess I expected something different. I know some in the group would rate it higher than my three stars. If you like Max Lucado, I am sure you will enjoy this.

I purchased a Kindle copy of Because of Bethlehem: Every Day a Christmas, Every Heart a Manger by Max Lucado in order to participate in an online Bible study with Proverbs 31 Ministries. In addition to the book, I was able to take advantage of the supplemental materials included in the study.This book was a quick read, making it a benefit during one of the more busier times of the year. I found the stories easy to digest, often completing a chapters while waiting in line at the grocery store or on my lunch break at work. As a Christian, I found the themes fairly elementary. Lucado added a lot of personal anecdotes, which made him more relatable to the reader. But if I am honest, I really didn't have any big aha! moments with this book. It was a fun read for the Christmas season that reminded me of things I already knew.Proverbs 31 Ministries motto goes something like: Your life may be crazy, but your Bible study doesn't have to be. I think this study was a good example of that. It's as light read about an important topic that reminds the reader of the reason for the season.Recommendation: I think this book would be a good selection for someone young in their Christian walk or for someone who doesn't have much time to delve deeply into a Bible study.Until next time ... Read on!Regardless of whether I purchase a book, borrow a book, or am gifted one, my ultimate goal is to be honest, fair, and constructive. I hope you've found this review helpful.

AWESOME BOOK AND VERY CAPTIVATING. I recommend reading this together one chapter per day with your family during the Christmas season or even out of season. Max Lucado take today's relevance with Christmas and current events during these times. It helps revitalizes our real true meaning of Jesus. Without His birth, then Christmas would never exist and we are all without hope.

Lovely cover... started coluring the first page, binding not good at all, I'll be surprised if I get to the end without the pages falling out! I love Max Lucado books, but if you're expecting a colouring book that focuses on the bible, as I was, don't buy this one. An ordinary Christmas colouring book, with the occasional picture relating to Christ. If it wasn't for the biblical text included on many pages, and the title Because of Bethlehem, you wouldn't know the difference.

Great book To Help Prepare me For Christmas. I read it along with the study guide and online weekly dvd sessions. I felt Much more focused during the advent season. Max Lucado didn't disappoint with this.

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Great book!!

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