The Birth of Jesus: God Heaven Keeps His Promise

Before there was a manger, there was a promise.Long before the night in Bethlehem, God promised that a Savior and King would come. The Birth of Jesus: The God of Heaven Keeps His Promise invites children to follow that promise from the words of the prophets to Gabriel's message, to Mary and Joseph's faithful obedience, to the birth of Jesus, to the shepherds' joyful visit, and to the later arrival of the wise men.Carefully woven from the biblical accounts in Matthew and Luke, this reverent retelling continues through Jesus' presentation at the temple, the flight into Egypt, and the family's return to Nazareth.Inside, families will discover: - 45 beautifully illustrated two-page story spreads - Selected Scripture from the King James Version - Clear narration written especially for children - Luminous, full-color watercolor-style illustrations - A biblically careful account that separates Scripture from familiar Christmas traditions - A concluding lesson and simple Christmas prayerMore than the story of one extraordinary night, this book reminds children that God is faithful, Jesus is the promised Savior and everlasting King, and His coming is good news for all people.A meaningful Christmas gift for children, grandchildren, godchildren, churches, and families who want to keep Christ at the center of the season.Share the true wonder of Christmas with a child you love and return to this beautiful story together year after year.Part of the God of Heaven Storybook Series.- Read-aloud audience: approximately 4-7 years old- Independent readers: approximately 7-9 years old