Christ in the Carols: Thirty-One Devotionals for Christmas and Advent

I bought this book to give as a gift last Christmas and could scarcely bear to part with it. The authors plumb the depths of 31 different Christmas carols--some familiar, some not. In each, they extract the essence of "Christ in the Carol," transforming the words into a devotional that deepens our sense of wonder in God's greatest gift--Jesus. I bought five copies to give before Christmas, during advent this year. And I'll re-read my own as a part of my morning quiet time. Buy it for yourself and those you love.

I just finished reading this little gem of a book. No, I didn't read the devotionals one per day, but I think that would be the BEST way to read this book.This book is very attractive and would make a wonderful gift! The words and subtle but lovely drawings are in a burgandy color. 31 Christmas carols each have their own chapter. Teach chapter contains the author and date for the carol, then the words to the carol (including all those wonderful extra verses that many people don't know!). Next comes a bit of background on the writing of the carol and/or the theological points that are covered in the lyrics. Then there is a "Reflection" and some Bible passages that fit with the carol, and then a prayer. Most of the chapters are 5 pages long.The emphasis is NOT on how the author got the idea the carol, or the circumstances surrounding the writing of it (though that is included in several of the chapters). The emphasis is on finding Christ in the carols and how these carols express so beautifully the glorious and mysterious incarnation of our Lord Jesus Christ!Please check out my other reviews of Christian books!