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masonnationfan's review against another edition
4.0
If you are familiar with Max Lucado's other books, you will find this one very similar. It is a fast and easy read; a reflection on the meaning of Christmas. It's sweet, comforting, and short enough to read a chapter or two before bedtime during Advent. Feels like chatting with a nice church friend over hot chocolate.
kellyradach's review against another edition
3.0
Enjoyable but elementary in faith examination - which could be good for beginners. I am enjoying the weekly advent study at the back.
guida315's review against another edition
3.0
The book is typical Max Lucado: an easy read, quick, and entertaining.
The absolute bummer about the book is that nowhere on the jacket, the back, the intro, nowhere does it say that there’s an Advent Devotional Guide. You first read the initial 136 pages, then you happen upon it.
I’d have loved to have known this…perhaps during, oh, Advent maybe?
Because of this, I’m not sure I’ll ever buy another Max Lucado book sight unseen.
The absolute bummer about the book is that nowhere on the jacket, the back, the intro, nowhere does it say that there’s an Advent Devotional Guide. You first read the initial 136 pages, then you happen upon it.
I’d have loved to have known this…perhaps during, oh, Advent maybe?
Because of this, I’m not sure I’ll ever buy another Max Lucado book sight unseen.
smilereadabook's review against another edition
5.0
I LOVED this book! Max Lucado is one of my favorite authors and he never disappoints.
Because of Bethlehem tells us about the greatest love story. The one that began with a baby born in a manger.
Because of Bethlehem tells us about the greatest love story. The one that began with a baby born in a manger.
amyborch's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
A few pithy statements. Not my favorite of his works.
alltheradreads's review against another edition
2.0
This one fell a little flat for me this Christmas season (but maybe that’s because I’m reading two other incredible Advent/Christmas books?) — it felt too simplistic, cliche, and overdone to me. It wasn’t awful, but just wasn’t the style and depth I prefer, especially when it comes to this time of year and wanting a fresh perspective on this season.
jenniferlwatson's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
melyssa57's review against another edition
3.0
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I purchased a Kindle copy of Because of Bethlehem: Every Day a Christmas, Every Heart a Manger by Max Lucado in order to participate in an online Bible study with Proverbs 31 Ministries. In addition to the book, I was able to take advantage of the supplemental materials included in the study.
This book was a quick read, making it a benefit during one of the more busier times of the year. I found the stories easy to digest, often completing a chapters while waiting in line at the grocery store or on my lunch break at work. As a Christian, I found the themes fairly elementary. Lucado added a lot of personal anecdotes, which made him more relatable to the reader. But if I am honest, I really didn't have any big aha! moments with this book. It was a fun read for the Christmas season that reminded me of things I already knew.
Proverbs 31 Ministries motto goes something like: Your life may be crazy, but your Bible study doesn't have to be. I think this study was a good example of that. It's as light read about an important topic that reminds the reader of the reason for the season.
Recommendation: I think this book would be a good selection for someone young in their Christian walk or for someone who doesn't have much time to delve deeply into a Bible study.
Until next time ... Read on!
Regardless of whether I purchase a book, borrow a book, or receive a book in exchange for review, my ultimate goal is to be honest, fair, and constructive. I hope you've found this review helpful.
Read all of my reviews at bit.ly/PageBedtime
I purchased a Kindle copy of Because of Bethlehem: Every Day a Christmas, Every Heart a Manger by Max Lucado in order to participate in an online Bible study with Proverbs 31 Ministries. In addition to the book, I was able to take advantage of the supplemental materials included in the study.
This book was a quick read, making it a benefit during one of the more busier times of the year. I found the stories easy to digest, often completing a chapters while waiting in line at the grocery store or on my lunch break at work. As a Christian, I found the themes fairly elementary. Lucado added a lot of personal anecdotes, which made him more relatable to the reader. But if I am honest, I really didn't have any big aha! moments with this book. It was a fun read for the Christmas season that reminded me of things I already knew.
Proverbs 31 Ministries motto goes something like: Your life may be crazy, but your Bible study doesn't have to be. I think this study was a good example of that. It's as light read about an important topic that reminds the reader of the reason for the season.
Recommendation: I think this book would be a good selection for someone young in their Christian walk or for someone who doesn't have much time to delve deeply into a Bible study.
Until next time ... Read on!
Regardless of whether I purchase a book, borrow a book, or receive a book in exchange for review, my ultimate goal is to be honest, fair, and constructive. I hope you've found this review helpful.
Read all of my reviews at bit.ly/PageBedtime
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