Meditations for Advent and Christmas / Edition 1

by James G. Kirk

Overview

In this book, James G. Kirk provides meditations to help Christians celebrate Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. After a synopsis of the recommended Bible passage, there is a reflection, written in understandable language with real-life examples, which provide insight and direction for making the day more meaningful. A closing prayer follows. Based on Scripture readings from the lectionary, these meditations can be read by individuals or used with a group.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780664250577
Publisher:	Westminster John Knox Press
Publication date:	01/01/1989
Edition description:	1st ed
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

James G. Kirk is Pastor of Harundale Presbyterian Church in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

Editorial Reviews

Themes of watchfulness, promise, preparation, fulfillment, and celebration shape these daily meditations for the four weeks of Advent and 13 days of Christmastide. The headings' imperative mood (``Pay Attention''; ``Practice Patience'') implicitly exhort and occasionally admonish, and the down-to-earth commentaries on the texts are interspersed with inspirational lessons from ordinary life. A solid mainline offering. (Note a related September title also from Westminster, J. Barrie Shepherd's A Pilgrim's Way: Meditations for Lent and Easter .)

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