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Poems and short stories centered on the baby in Bethlehem's stable manger. The stories look at the angelic choir, the first Christmas tree put up by Martin Luther, and a diary by a member of the Magi contingent. "The true meaning of Christmas ... is the focal point and ... presented in a very pleasant atmosphere." -- bookideas.com review

This book takes a look at Passion, Resurrection, and Ascension of Jesus Christ as it may have been reported by the "Jerusalem Times." An added bonus is the unique birth reported by the "Bethlehem Star-Herald".

What was the "Underground Railroad?" Was it a subway? Was it a real railroad? Who traveled on this railroad? This book explores Ripley, Ohio, and several of her citizens. Ripley was a center of the Underground Railroad and several citizens played leading roles as "conductors" on the railroad. This book, part of the Underground Railroad Peoples and Places series, looks at the colorful history of Ripley, Ohio, in the Underground Railroad.

Holy Week is a pivotal point in salvation history. It starts with the joyful acclamation of the Song of David, the Messiah, as the people "Hosannah" our Lord riding a donkey. We observe a new command in his body and blood. We see his excruciating and bloody death on a cross. And, just as we give up all hope as the disciples did, he rises victorious from the grave! Hallelujah! He has risen! He has risen indeed! Hallelujah! These writings and se...

All too often we feel God has abandoned us. Troubles and despair enter our life. Has God left us, or does He keep his promise to be with us until the end of the age? This book begins by looking at the broad arena of creation and narrows the focus down to our personal life.

In all the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations one often overlooks the meditation oasis known as the Advent season. Advent is the four week pre-Christmas season of the Church year that focuses on the coming fulfillment of Messianic prophecy as well as our own anticipated return of our Lord for the Judgment. "Advent" means "to come" and is appropriate as the focus is on both the Old Testament believers looking for the coming Messiah and...

A collection of essays about the Lenten season of the church year. These serve as devotions for the faithful and answer questions for the casual Christian or the seeker.

A decade after the Wright brother some pioneers along Tampa Bay began the first scheduled airline service. It was not successful but paved the way for future attempts. Commercialization of the airways would begin in earnest after World War I. For one thing there was an abundance of war surplus flying machines available, meaning aircraft were affordable for such ventures. For another matter, manpower to power these machines, or at least "pilot"...

This volume of the "To Hymn" series studies carols, songs, and hymns that focus on the Virgin Mary, mother of our Lord Jesus Christ. This book looks at not only the hymn verses, it also reflects on what Scripture says as well as comment on how Mary felt going through this ordeal.

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Who or what is Santa Claus? What is his relationship to Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle, and other Christmas-time gift bearers? What is the message of Santa? This book traces the lineage of the "child's saint" back to the alleged historical bishop of Myra up to the jolly saint in red garb that graces our modern Christmases. The book paints a stark contrast to the Gospel message of forgiveness freely given. "This book gives a very interesting hist...

Christmas is a special time of the year. The carols especially bring people together. Every professional singer releases a Christmas album and stand-bys are featured in most albums. This book looks at carols old and new and meditates on the words of each carol. The emphasis is on the baby in Bethlehem's manger, the baby who came to redeem us from our sin. It also includes the four songs of Christmas--Mary's Song, Zechariah's Song, the Song of ...

This book contains several hymns and meditations on the hymns with reference to Scripture. The hymns are arranged in order of the Church year. May these hymns bring a song of joy to your heart as you rest in the comfort of God's salvation.