Jesus and the Characters of Christmas
Who's Who in God's Great Plan for Redemption
Published on 3. October 2023
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-0-7369-8794-3 (ISBN)
Description
Children will learn more about the unlikely people God chose to be part of the greatest, most miraculous story of all-the birth of Jesus.
Most children know about Jesus, Mary, Joseph, the wise men, and the shepherds, but there's more to the Christmas story than we see in the traditional Nativity scene.
From Christ's ancestors to the angels to the innkeeper, God selected some surprising people to bring about His miracle in the manger. As children discover this diverse cast of characters, they will marvel at how God uses people from different backgrounds-including them!-to accomplish amazing things.
Reintroduce your family to the characters of Christmas, and experience anew the awe and wonder of Jesus's birth.
Most children know about Jesus, Mary, Joseph, the wise men, and the shepherds, but there's more to the Christmas story than we see in the traditional Nativity scene.
From Christ's ancestors to the angels to the innkeeper, God selected some surprising people to bring about His miracle in the manger. As children discover this diverse cast of characters, they will marvel at how God uses people from different backgrounds-including them!-to accomplish amazing things.
Reintroduce your family to the characters of Christmas, and experience anew the awe and wonder of Jesus's birth.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Eugene, OR
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Third Grade, Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Product notice
Picture book
Dimensions
Height: 272 mm
Width: 218 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
408 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7369-8794-3 (9780736987943)
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Daniel Darling is the director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement and the bestselling author of several books, including The Characters of Christmas; The Biggest, Best Light; and The Dignity Revolution. Dan is a columnist for World magazine and a contributor to USA Today. His work has been featured by Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, CNN, Fox, Time, National Review, and the Washington Post.
He is the host of a popular weekly podcast, The Way Home, where he interviews Christian leaders, politicians, and journalists.
Dan is a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Angela, have four children and reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas.
He is the host of a popular weekly podcast, The Way Home, where he interviews Christian leaders, politicians, and journalists.
Dan is a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Angela, have four children and reside in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas.