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For some, Christmas is a time of excitement, celebration, and quality time with loved ones. For others, it's full of loneliness, grief, and loss. Join New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado as he unwraps the enduring promises of Christmas and discovers a lifetime of hope, all because of...

Because of Bethlehem, God knows what it's like to be human. Because of Bethlehem, when we talk to him about tough times, he understands. He's been there. He's been here. Because of Bethlehem, we know he doesn't say, "Clean up before you come in." He offers, "Come in and I'll clean you up."...

Fr. Frederick William Faber C.O. (1814 - 1863) was a noted English hymn writer and theologian. He converted from Anglicanism to Roman Catholicism in 1845 and was ordained to the priesthood in 1847. In this book, he meditates on the mystery of Jesus's birth in Bethlehem.

This Advent Season, let the great and prolific Doctor of the Church, St. Alphonsus Liguori, guide you on a daily prayerful pilgrimage from the start of Advent through the birth of our Lord to the Epiphany. Drawing on Sacred Scripture and his profound saintly counsel, St. Alphonsus takes you into the details of Christ’s birth for prayerful reflection that will have your imagination placing you at the feet of our infant Lord.

Bethlehem is amongst the oldest cities in the world, one that has been conquered and ruled by Caananites, Jews, Romans, Arabs, Crusaders, the Mamluks of Egypt, and the Ottomans. In the last century alone, it has been controlled by various different parties. The British took Bethlehem during World War I and controlled the city from 1920-1948, and in the wake of the 1948 war between Israel and its neighbors, Jordan annexed Bethlehem and controlled it until the Six Day War in 1967.

From the Garden of Eden to the Manger in Bethlehem: A Guided Christian Meditation is a 31-day journey of stillness and reflection that traces God’s promise of a Savior from Eden to Bethlehem. Unlike an activity-based devotional, this edition invites listeners of all ages — children, families, and adults — to pause, breathe, and imagine the story of Christmas in a fresh way. Written in simple, kid-friendly language, yet rich with meaning for adults, it helps hearts of every generation draw nearer to Jesus.

For centuries, Christians have treasured the same classic hymns and passages at Christmas. While these works have stood the test of time, believers can be tempted to adopt them as commonplace and fail to consider their deeper meaning. Journey to Bethlehem presents an insightful selection of Christmas classics from the greatest English and American poets to important historical church figures such as Augustine, Luther, Calvin, and Spurgeon.

Because of Bethlehem/He Chose the Nails is a collection of two audio Bible studies for Christmas and Easter by Max Lucado. Because of Bethlehem Because of Bethlehem, God knows what it's like to be human. Because of Bethlehem, when we talk to him about tough times, he understands. He's...

Bethlehem STL is the podcast home of Bethlehem Lutheran Church — a community rooted in Jesus, serving the heart of St. Louis.Here you’ll find sermons, Bible studies, and stories of what God is doing through our church and neighborhood. From our online study From This Place to sermons.Whether you worship with us in person or follow along online, this is where you can stay connected to all that’s happening at Bethlehem — and join us in sharing Christ’s hope with St. Louis.

From the Garden of Eden to the Manger in Bethlehem: A Guided Christian Meditation is a 31-day journey of stillness and reflection that traces God’s promise of a Savior from Eden to Bethlehem. Unlike an activity-based devotional, this edition invites listeners of all ages — children, families, and adults — to pause, breathe, and imagine the story of Christmas in a fresh way. Written in simple, kid-friendly language for ages 8–12, yet rich with meaning for adults, it helps hearts of every generation draw nearer to Jesus.

An instant New York Times bestseller! Journey with Kathie Lee Gifford and Messianic Rabbi Jason Sobel into Israel and explore the deep roots of the Christian faith. As a lifelong student of Scripture, Kathie Lee Gifford has always desired a deeper understanding of God’s Word and a deeper...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. WINNER OF THE 2015 CATHOLIC PRESS ASSOCIATION BOOK AWARD. “James Martin’s riveting new meditation on Jesus is one of the best books I’ve read in years—on any subject.” — Mary Karr, author of Lit James Martin, SJ, gifted storyteller and New York...

What could be more familiar than the Christmas story--and yet what could be more extraordinary? The cast of characters is strange and exotic: shepherds and magicians, an emperor and a despot, angels, and a baby who is Almighty God. The strangeness calls for an explanation, and this book provides...

New discoveries in archaeology and recent bestsellers and movies such as The Da Vinci Code and The Passion of the Christ have sparked a renaissance of the many controversies that have remained unanswered in Christianity and other religions. At the heart of these controversies is Jesus. With a unique perspective only Sylvia Browne could bring, The Mystical Life of Jesus is filled with the details of Jesus' inspiring life.

Bethlehem Community Church is an Elder led, non-denominational, Bible-believing, church standing on the unchanging, unchangeable Word of God. BCC is a family of believers united in our commitment to Gather, Grow, Go. Visit us at bccdelmar.org

Sunday Mornings can be hectic, or you may be serving, and you did not have an opportunity to be in the service or you may just want to hear it again. Whatever the reason, we got you covered. Here is the Sunday morning messages from Bethlehem Baptist Church in Evington Va. Please Visit is at bethlehemva.org If you want to try our video podcast you can find it on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1jE2j3DHwUxT1Wz9IPvOx6

What was Jesus doing prior to his conception in Mary’s womb? While we see the father and the Holy Spirit actively engaged in human affairs across the pages of the Old Testament, the other member of the Trinity is foreshadowed in messianic prophecies but otherwise absent from the earth. Or is he? Jesus Before Bethlehem explores dozens of Old Testament appearances by a figure often called “the angel of the lord”. He not only speaks for God; he speaks as God.

Bethlehem Temple Pentecostal Church is a Bible teaching ministry located in Middletown, OH. If you’re blessed by this teaching, please consider giving online at Giving Options.

On the Way to Bethlehem follows the long journey to Christmas. The story begins in Rome with a decree issued from the seat of worldly power for a census, setting into motion events leading to the birth of the Savior of the world in a town that represents the very opposite of worldly power, Bethlehem.

This podcast hosts the audio from the MOMS gatherings at Bethlehem Baptist Church's South Campus in Lakeville, MN.