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The Christmas Spirit: Memories of Family, Friends, and Faith
Written by Joel Osteen
Narrated by Joel Osteen
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From bestselling author and influential pastor Joel Osteen, a touching and very personal collection that conveys—through his remembrances of Christmases past—the true meaning of Christmas.
For many, the Christmas season can be filled with distractions and anxiety rather than the joy and peace it is supposed to bring. In The Christmas Spirit, Joel Osteen offers uplifting and inspiring stories of family and friends celebrating Christmas traditions, and return to the essence of the holiday by practicing the principles taught by our Savior, Jesus Christ. Filled with humorous and compelling holiday memories from Joel’s family and friends, this heartwarming collection will inspire and amuse while enhancing faith in God’s goodness and eternal wisdom.
Joel’s unique stories and memories will encourage readers to savor their own Christmas memories, to share them with loved ones, and to create new memories and traditions that will be passed down for generations to come. For those feeling stressed, hurt, or lacking direction this holiday season, these heartwarming stories will serve as a healing balm and a guiding light to a more hopeful and peaceful holiday.
For many, the Christmas season can be filled with distractions and anxiety rather than the joy and peace it is supposed to bring. In The Christmas Spirit, Joel Osteen offers uplifting and inspiring stories of family and friends celebrating Christmas traditions, and return to the essence of the holiday by practicing the principles taught by our Savior, Jesus Christ. Filled with humorous and compelling holiday memories from Joel’s family and friends, this heartwarming collection will inspire and amuse while enhancing faith in God’s goodness and eternal wisdom.
Joel’s unique stories and memories will encourage readers to savor their own Christmas memories, to share them with loved ones, and to create new memories and traditions that will be passed down for generations to come. For those feeling stressed, hurt, or lacking direction this holiday season, these heartwarming stories will serve as a healing balm and a guiding light to a more hopeful and peaceful holiday.
LanguageEnglish
PublisherSimon & Schuster Audio
Release dateNov 2, 2010
ISBN9781442336377
Author
Joel Osteen
Joel Osteen is the author of seven #1 New York Times bestsellers, including Become a Better You and Your Best Life Now, and has been named by numerous publications as one of the most influential Christian leaders in the world. He is the senior pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas—America’s largest congregation—where more than 45,000 people attend services every week. His televised messages are seen by more then ten million viewers each week in the US and millions more in 100 nations around the world. He can also be heard on SiriusXM Satellite Radio channel 128. He inspires millions of social media followers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. He resides in Houston with his wife, Victoria, and their children. Visit him at JoelOsteen.com and Facebook.com/JoelOsteen.
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Nov 9, 2023
Joel talks about his and his wife's experiences when they were young with their respective families. It is a nice casual monologue; however, it lacks his usual cheerful tone.