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    The Purpose of Christmas

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    Hailed by The Economist as the "the most influential pastor in America," and by Time as one of the 100 most influential people in the world, the bestselling author of The Purpose Driven Life expounds on the profound origins of Christmas, describing it as an opportune time to welcome peace into our lives.

    In his powerful yet compassionate voice, Pastor Rick Warren sounds the clarion call to "remember the reason for the season," taking readers back in time to the most wonderful story of all -- the birth of the baby Jesus. When he was just a small boy, young Rick asked his parents if they could celebrate Christmas with a birthday party for Jesus -- and the tradition began that the Warrens have upheld for over fifty years. Now through stirring imagery and compelling personal insights, The Purpose of Christmas honors the significance and promise of this cherished holiday.

    Pastor Warren encourages readers to identify and confront what drains peace from their lives. Warren explains that the way to respond to these peace-robbers is to learn how to surrender to God's will and not feel defeated or discouraged when life does not go as planned. True peace of mind is found by having an unshakeable faith in God -- knowing that his empowering Spirit will guide his children through life's challenges.

    Beautifully written, The Purpose of Christmas will stir readers to honor the true significance of Christmas and to nurture God's gifts of love and peace in this world.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSimon & Schuster Audio
    Release dateNov 4, 2008
    ISBN9780743581790
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    • 5/5
      Writing: 4.5Theme: 5.0Content: 5.0Language: 5.0Overall: 4.5; wonderful compact book that gets straight to the point and gives the true meaning and purpose of Christmas; Mr. Warren gives a precise salvation presentation, which is ultimately what the Christmas season is all about- the Greatest Gift that has (or ever will) be given, Jesus Christ. What will you will do with Jesus Christ? Highly recommend.***November 24, 2014***
    • 2/5
      I read this book as a nod to Rick Warren's influence. By all accounts I've read, he's done an incredible job of growing his California-based ministry, but his upcoming gig at Obama's inauguration as caused some controversy. This is the first of Warren's books that I read.

      It was a pretty quick read, which was nice. I picked it up yesterday afternoon and finished it before bed (after going out for a holiday dinner and celebration).

      I was looking for a book that would put me more into the "spirit" of Christmas, but this one was "preachier" than I was looking for in a book about the holiday. I shouldn't be surprised, based on what little I know about the author, but I was, a little. The message of salvation seemed a bit strong for a book about Christmas.

      I did appreciate the messages of peace and gratitude in the book, as well as the brief intro into the "Purpose-Driven Life" philisophy that propelled Rick Warren into broader-based fame.
    • 5/5
      This is a wonderful book to give to a searching unbeleiver. It surpurbly explains the whys and wherefores of Christmas for adult and child, believer and doubter. This book is well worth the purchase price!
    • 5/5
      very good book that said alot about the meaning of christmas and the purpose it has it our lives. I will definitely read this again next christmas.I esp liked the notes section at the back of the book refering to qutoes taken from the bible.