Joy to the World: The Stories Behind Your Favorite Christmas Carols

by Kregel Publications

Overview

This collection of carol stories will add special meaning to each Christmas season. Perfect for personal or family Advent devotions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780825434310
Publisher:	Kregel Publications
Publication date:	09/28/1999
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	5.75(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.30(d)

About the Author

Kenneth W. Osbeck (MA, University of Michigan) taught for thirty-five years, first at Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music, and then at Grand Rapids Baptist College and Seminary. He also served as music director for Children’s Bible Hour, Radio Bible Class, and several churches. He is the author of several books, including the best-selling Amazing Grace: 366 Inspiring Hymn Stories for Daily Devotions; 101 Hymn Stories; Hallelujah, What a Savior!; 25 Most Treasured Gospel Hymn Stories; and Joy to the World.

Table of Contents

	Introduction	5
1.	Angels from the Realms of Glory	7
2.	Angels We Have Heard on High	11
3.	Away in a Manger	15
4.	Go, Tell It on the Mountain	19
5.	Good Christian Men, Rejoice	23
6.	Hark! the Herald Angels Sing	27
7.	I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day	31
8.	It Came upon the Midnight Clear	35
9.	Joy to the World!	39
10.	Lo! How a Rose E'er Blooming	43
11.	O Come, All Ye Faithful	47
12.	O Come, Little Children	51
13.	O Come, O Come, Emmanuel	55
14.	O Holy Night!	59
15.	O Little Town of Bethlethem	65
16.	Once in Royal David's City	69
17.	Ring the Bells	73
18.	Silent Night! Holy Night!	79
19.	The First Noel	83
20.	There's a Song in the Air	87
21.	Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne	91
22.	We Three Kings of Orient Are	95
23.	What Child Is This?	99
24.	While by Our Sheep	103
25.	While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks	107

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Editorial Reviews

. . . absolutely perfect for family or small-group devotions.

Southern California Christian Times