Book Review: "40 Days of Christmas: Celebrating the Glory of Our Savior"

"40 Days of Christmas: Celebrating the Glory of Our Savior"
Dr. Joseph Castleberry
Published in 2018, Broadstreet Publishing

Book Review by Brad Kesler

The Christmas season is filled with such hustle and bustle, we often find ourselves taking down the tree in January, not having had the opportunity to properly reflect on the values of Christmas. Dr. Joseph Castleberry, President of Northwest University, has written “40 Days of Christmas: Celebrating the Glory of Our Savior,” provoking a more thoughtful approach to the most wonderful time of the year.

Dr. Castleberry has offered 40 windows into Christmas, each highlighting a different aspect. By the end of the book, the reader has gained a 360-degree view that will enhance and enrich a greater appreciation of the miracle that is Christmas.

The readings are Christ-focused and Scripture-centered, while also adding value to many of our treasured and time-honored traditions. Dr. Castleberry provides penetrating insights that are theologically informed, but in an easy to read and engaging format.

The book is designed to be read over a 40-day period, beginning on November 28 and ending on January 6. Each daily reading contains a brief Scripture, the author’s insights, and a suggested prayer response. The book is divided into three sections: Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany.

“40 Days of Christmas: Celebrating the Glory of Our Savior” will encourage the reader to embrace Christ and to more fully participate in the celebration of His birth. I look forward to rereading it this Christmas season with my family. I highly recommend you pick up your copy today, you won’t be disappointed! Merry Christmas!