These last two titles reflect on the nature of service as a holy habit, and how a willingness to serve may become embedded in the Christian’s daily life. Lee Strobel is an award-winning journalist and the author of more than twenty books, including The Case for Christ. This vibrant, colourful cover catches the eye immediately and gives the impression that the book contains a fluidity of colour. This could have put a stop to her writing, only, as she herself observes, Advent is a ‘time of anticipation’, and so it exposes the reader to the themes of ‘salvation and restoration’. v=1594116419","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":10012135358616,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.

Other suggestions are also included under the headings 'visual aid', 'activity idea' and 'prayer idea', with an Old or New Testament story link. out of 5 stars for The Case for Christmas: A Journalist Investigates the Identity of the Child in the Manger.Bible Reading Fellowship is a charity (233280) and company limited by guarantee (301324), registered in England and Wales.

The verses are printed on sheets of vellum, and it is believed that it was translated by at least three scribes. The selection of readings, prayers and reflection that suggest ways to develop the spiritual life are well presented and are a challenging read. Each story is presented on a double page with the reading on one side and, on the other, a variety of different ways to engage with the biblical passage which includes a short commentary and questions that can be used around the food table or in a group.There is a helpful section at the back if you are trying something like this for the first time, with tips on how to pray as a family and ideas on how to establish a time for these activities.