"Although the title would indicate a Christmas story, your child will not only enjoy reading about the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, but will follow His life through teaching in the temple, inspiring the gospels, feeding the five thousand, healing the sick, raising the dead and sharing His love" --

What better way to share the Gospel, through wonderful illustrations and simple words, make this a Christmas tradition for your family, friends and co workers. 'Twas the night, recounts the nativity in a traditional poetic way yet tells the real story of that first wonderful Christmas.

'Twas the night before Christmas-in Bethlehem town travelers hurried uphill and down; as word from Rome came, they had been told to go to their hometowns to be enrolled. A new twist on an old classic, The Night Before the First Christmas tells the story of the true meaning behind Christmas. Share it with your family, and make it a new Christmas tradition!

Young shepherd Ben is annoyed by the crowds of people flocking to Bethlehem. Little does he know that his small act of kindness in a big crowd will prepare his heart for a life-changing event. What will Ben see on this day before Christmas? And who will he meet at the end of it? This heartwarming, read-aloud Nativity story brings first-century Bethlehem to life through rhythm and rhyme inspired by the classic Christmas poem, “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” by Clement Clarke Moore. Ponder the miracle of Christmas through the eyes of young Ben, whose small act of compassion leads to an unforgettable encounter with the Son of God. Dramatic illustrations by Erin Nielsen recreate the original wonder of that first Christmas night for a story your family will cherish year after year.

Celebrate the Christmas season with this beautiful and heartwarming nativity retelling from beloved, bestselling author Glenys Nellist. Told in the style of the classic ?‘Twas the Night Before Christmas poem, make this read aloud your new holiday tradition. ‘Twas?the Evening of Christmas shares the glorious nativity story of baby Jesus, the King of Kings! Written in both prose and poetry, this beautiful picture book will engage children and adults alike and become a new holiday tradition for families everywhere!? ?‘Twas?the Evening of Christmas: Is a wonderful holiday read aloud for children ages 4-8? Shares the powerful message of Jesus and his miraculous birth Features beautiful artwork by celebrated illustrator Elena Selivanova? Serves as the perfect gift for the family as you prepare for the Christmas season? Presents portions written in the familiar rhyme scheme of Clement C. Moore’s?‘Twas?the Night Before Christmas? Makes a great holiday, Christmas, or Advent, gift for readers young and old? Is the perfect addition to a Sunday school or children’s ministry lesson, classroom setting, or homeschool library Join Glenys and families around the world as you and your family celebrate the arrival of God’s son, Jesus.? Look for additional inspirational children’s picture books from Glenys:? ‘Twas?the Morning of Easter? 'Twas?the Evening of Christmas? Snuggle Time series? Love Letters from God series

Comprised of two compelling services plus a pair of delightful children's messages, this complete set of Christmas Eve resources provides everything you need to create a special worship experience that your congregation will remember long after the holiday decorations have been stored away. A Christmas Gift contemplates Christmas Eve's mixture of madness and magic through a creative weaving together of carols, prayers, scripture readings, and several brief meditations. By highlighting some of the diverse moments, memories, and traditions that contribute to the gift of Christmas, this worship service evokes the powerful mystery and miracle of the nativity. O Come, Emmanuel is a moving candlelight service which utilizes the ancient antiphons of Advent to explore the longing behind our search for the Messiah. As the service unfolds, the singing and reading of each antiphon leads worshipers to reflect on the hopes and desires that bring us to Bethlehem, culminating in the joyful announcement that God has come among us. The service employs two readers and a solo quartet, along with congregational singing of several traditional hymns. An original choral arrangement of the Christmas antiphon is included. Two inspiring messages for the "children's moment" are also included. Featuring an interactive, conversational style that involves young people, these lessons can be used with either service or separately. One message helps children think about where Jesus might be in their town or neighborhood if he were born today, while the other celebrates how Christ's birth draws us all together. Rod Tkach is the pastor of Faith United Methodist Church in Williston, North Dakota. He is a graduate of Jamestown College, Asbury Theological Seminary, and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Jeffrey Whitman is the senior pastor of Colonial Park United Church of Christ in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He is a graduate of Lebanon Valley College and Lancaster Seminary. Wesley T. Runk is the author of more than 30 books of children's object lessons, including The Giant Book Of Children's Sermons -- Matthew To Revelation (CSS). A graduate of Wittenberg University and Hamma School of Theology, Runk is an ordained Evangelical Lutheran Church in America pastor who has served numerous Ohio congregations.

Meet little baby Jesus in the town of Bethlehem. It was on a chilly cold night that a star shines bright over the town of Bethlehem. Joseph and Mary search diligently for a room for the night. Come and follow baby Jesus through his life, death, burial, and resurrection in Twas the Night of Christ, the new childrens book by Michael Vandeburg, as baby Jesus teaches you about the true story of Christmas. Profound and heartfelt colorful illustrations capture the real meaning of Christmas in a way that has never been told before! This real story will wash away the fake story about Santa Clause. Take a walk down the narrow path with Jesus Christ leading you. Extremely moving colorful pictures highlight the entire journey of Jesus Christ, including a glimpse of Jesus surrounded in the heavens with angels. There has never been a childrens book so moving and important for spreading the gospel to every new generation and old generation. Grandparents and parents will be thrilled to share the true story about baby Jesus each and every Christmas. Michael writes, Christ walked to His death as hell barked like a hound, Filling our hearts with joy, to the grave He is bound! And laying His life aside for His chosen found, Giving a nod from Father above, then gave up without a sound. Perfect for families and children of all ages, Twas the Night of Christmas is an eye-opening derivative of the original poem Twas the Night before Christmas. After reading this new story, Santa Clause will be gone forever and ever. Thank you for the opportunity to edit Twas the Night of Christ. Your poem is a sweet homage to not only the birth of Christ but also to a well-loved traditional poem. I am sure your poem will be well received by its readers and may even become a classic in itself. Ellen Peixoto, editor for AuthorHouse