Glad Tidings

Advent & Christmas books for adults

Short, giftable books to read through December, plus one for a curious friend.

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For a thoughtful friend

Hidden Christmas

by Timothy Keller · ISBN 9780735221659

A short book on the Christmas passages in Matthew, Luke and John. It's an easy gift for a busy believer or a friend who is curious about faith.

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25 daily readings

The Dawning of Indestructible Joy

by John Piper · ISBN 9781433542367

Short daily Advent readings: one a day, a few minutes each, from December 1 to Christmas.

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Family Advent read-aloud

Jotham's Journey

by Arnold Ytreeide · ISBN 9780825441745

One short chapter a day through Advent, following a boy in first-century Israel on a journey that ends at the manger. Start it on December 1 and read it together at dinner or bedtime.

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