Religious Christmas

In this Christian Encounter Series biography, author Jonathan Rogers explores the life of Saint Patrick: slave, shepherd, and courageous missionary.

Look at the individual elements of the Christmas story and examine the scientific and historical evidence concerning this, perhaps the best known story in history. We will separate fact from fiction, truth from legend and myth. Can we separate the commercialism from the true story of Christmas?

Ramona Middleton has dreamed her whole life of growing up to become married one day with a husband, children, and a family of her own, but now she must become a teacher out west to support herself after the unexpected passing of her parents. When Corinthia McPherson, on her way to marry a man she's never met, panics and offers to trade places with her, Ramona jumps at the chance. Jasper Shephard, a gentleman farmer from England, ordered an elegant, refined mail-order bride to help raise his children and stand at his side as the mayor of a small Missouri town after establishing his wheat and...

Chefs Petr Sergeyev and Lacy-Jane Macalister can't agree on anything except for that they can't agree on anything. Lacy-Jane Macalister returns to her hometown, eager to prove she's not the culinary failure her ex claimed her to be. After a career in the military, Petr Sergeyev settles down in Rios Azules to help his brother with his nephew and new business. randpa Alexey's is the only place in town that needs chefs. He's for hearty meals. She promotes healthy food. He likes order. She prefers creativity. He left his girlfriend. She was betrayed by her fiancé. Their arguments are more ...

A celebrity in peril and the small-town boy who crushed her heart years ago. Can a Christmas reunion bring them a second chance at love? When a famous actress, Elizabeth Macalister, returns to her hometown to spend Christmas with her siblings, she doesn't expect a stalker to follow her there. Or for the man who once broke her heart, local PI Matthew Miller, to offer his help in the investigation. Can she risk it all for the second time? After his mother, a former beauty queen, left his family, Matthew didn't want to end up like his father, a bitter alcoholic. So he set his first love free ...

You bring a great light into this world that no one else can bring, and only you know how to shine bright! Some of the girls are confident, and some of the girls are shy. We meet girls who have friends and others who feel all alone. There are girls who can’t help being happy and others who can’t stop feeling sad. We all have to live in the real world. Sometimes that is easy, and sometimes it is hard. But don’t be afraid. Being a Christian means that you are never alone because Jesus is always with you. When you trust in him, he will make you strong. When you lean on him, you will ...

It’s Christmas Eve in the small foothill Village of Shiloh. A father retells the miraculous story that no one will ever forget. A group of young boys lost in a powerful storm fight to survive on that glorious night. The incredible chance encounter with a kind stranger may be their only hope.

In Keeping Christmas, novelist and Dickens enthusiast Allison Pittman offers 25 readings for advent, seamlessly bringing together the word of God and the words of A Christmas Carol. This contemplative, entertaining book is the perfect companion for those dark winter nights as we eagerly anticipate the coming celebration of Christmas when, like Scrooge, we are given the gift of reflection, repentance, and life anew.

It’s finally December, but instead of cooling down, things are heating up in Roseville, especially for Abby Ashworth. As a social worker, she usually spends her Christmases helping homeless individuals. But fate has another plan for her when a homeless man and his brother, Cade McDonald, step into her life. As Abby attempts to reunite Bobby McDonald with his family, she discovers she’s deeply attracted to his older sibling. Not to mention, the McDonald family is kind and warm, giving her a feeling of not being alone for the first time in many years. But can Cade ever see past the deep ...

Available as a value box set amazon.com/dp/B08F4MJLYL (copy and paste the link into your browser) Julie wants to leave a fast! ...looking to change here big city New York lifestyle and buy a small book store in a small town Roseville. Christmas time is difficult for her to do to past events and this wonderful town is Christmas crazy! Julie wants to leave a fast as she got there, but will she? Hansome Brandon Cartwright has caught here eye, is it enough to heal old memories and find true love again? Julie gives a tremendous gift of life, however, it makes cost her own life in the process, ...

On the night of the very first Christmas, a bright star guides shepherds and wise men to a special baby. The story of the birth of Jesus and the first Christmas re-told with delightful simplicity, and beautifully read by Rupert Degas. This is the perfect introduction to the Nativity story for very young children.

When past scars cannot remain hidden any longer, Marley must learn that beauty lies within. Dr. Marley Bakersfield likes her life the way it is. She enjoys black coffee, long runs, and avoiding all things baked or sugary. Plus, she has a wonderful best friend and a great job. Working for the premier plastic surgery group in Washington D.C., Marley is close to becoming a partner—a longtime dream. She finds joy in building her patient’s self-esteem and understands how insecurity feels. She suffered an accident as a child that left more than physical scars. Marley’s never seen herself as...

Nate Heitzig’s graceful children’s book, Christmas Under the Tree, will help you experience a fresh sense of awe and gratitude for God’s love. Seen through the eyes of an unlikely character, this gripping tale will help listeners of all ages understand why Jesus left heaven to be born under—and die upon—a tree. Listen to Christmas Under the Tree with a loved one and enjoy an immersive experience as you follow Jesus’ life from cradle to cross.

It's Christmas Eve and Andrew is upset. His father won't let him open his gifts early. So Andrew and his little sister, Lindsay, run away to the woods. As they venture deeper into the forest, Andrew and Lindsay hear a thundering, gravelly voice, "Who's s-s-s-sitting on my b-b-b-belly?" It was a troll with orange spiky hair!

Quick-thinking deputy Nate Rayburn saves the probate judge’s pretty daughter when their arrival to Montana Territory in autumn 1886 goes awry. Smitten with her rescuer, Imperia Bell takes every opportunity to thank the handsome public servant for his heroism, though her father doubts his qualifications for holding the office of sheriff come Election Day. Imperia infuses the hardscrabble mining town with her fanciful snippets and confections, while Nate puts odd jobs aside to assist friends Chance, Argus and Rene in building the much-anticipated church. With three weddings planned for the ...

Claire has been crazy about Stephen since high school. She knows he feels the same about her, but she can’t bring herself to risk heartbreak. Based on what she knows, relationships always end in heartbreak. Stephen had been in love with Claire since high school. Now he counts her as one of his best friends. She’s the kind of friend he can count on, but he can’t ever date her—because she won’t go out with him. When they work together on his pet Christmas project, they get closer. Claire starts to change her mind about falling in love. And then she’s reminded of exactly what made ...

An intriguing and funny overview on the story of the Christmas carols linked to the American tradition. Entertaining anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories, scandals, gossips of the past times, all belonging to an America that does not exist anymore.

From Glenys Nellist, author of the Letters from God series and the ‘Twas series comes a special audio bundle for a blessed time of year. Twas the Season of Advent and Christmas Audio Collection includes two full length books—Twas the Season of Advent and Twas the Evening of Christmas—and is sure to become part of your family’s holiday tradition.

Can two people fall in love over the world's best hot cocoa? Christmas is a busy time of year for Delaney Young, owner of Delaney's Delights, a bakery in small town Charles Town, West Virginia, famous for award winning hot cocoa. When the son of a tree farmer from out of town stops by to sample her number one seller, Delaney realizes Christmas is the perfect time of year to fall in love. Josh Taylor spends every Christmas helping out his parents at the family tree farm, leaving behind his busy life as a computer technician in Washington, DC, for a few weeks every year. When he meets Delaney...

Addison has had a difficult year. Recovering from a serious car injury isn’t for the weak. Now that she’s better, her mother continues to use the experience as a push for Addison to find a husband. A brush with death will put your priorities in order – at least that’s what her mom says. Sam is just now starting to get what feels like back to normal now that his friend is doing well after a near fatal car accident. He’s the loving and supportive friend he’s always been. He’d do anything for Addison and now he may be able to help her step into the next phase of her life. As fake...