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Come join our Christmas Online Bible Study with Max Lucado this December!      JOIN THE STUDY  You're Invited to the Because of Bethlehem Online Bible Study Laurie McClure, OBS leader Believe it or not, Christmas is right around the corner! This year, we're anticipating it all: the Christmas choir rehearsals, family photos all decked out in red plaid, the trip to the Christmas tree farm, dinners and caroling with relatives and friends, roast beef feasts, peppermint mochas, Grandmother's walnut fudge, and hugs! Bring it all back!   But, as Christians, that's not all we plan for this season; we want to focus in on our Savior King, the Hero of the Christmas story, our Lord of Lords, Jesus.   We don't want to wake up on Christmas morning trying to catch our hearts up to the wonder of the Gift Himself. We want to soak it in and make space in our hearts, minds, and lives during these Advent weeks and remind ourselves of His surprising incarnation and rejoice in all that God has done for us through Christ Jesus.   The question Advent invites us to consider is this: How ready am I for the arrival of the King? — Max Lucado   I'm thrilled to announce that Max's study Because of Bethlehem is celebrating its 5th anniversary this year and will be our Christmas Online Bible Study once again! You won't want to miss this!   Every year Advent invites us to prepare our hearts once more for the gift — the gift that seemingly is too good to be true but is, in fact, miraculously and joyously true! And each year, we have the opportunity to say yes to that invitation, to prepare our hearts for the miracle of Immanuel, "God with us." — Max Lucado   Although Christmas is a season of celebration and heartwarming family and friend times together, it can also be a season of sadness, of lost hope, and disappointments. We know this is true for so many of you. Because of Bethlehem isn't only a study of the shining, miraculous, lovely wonder of Christmas, but it's also a deeper look into the struggle, suffering, messiness… and yet the beauty and joy of the Advent experience.   You'll love walking through the Christmas story with Max Lucado. There's a good reason Max has oftentimes been called "America's Pastor". He knows the Word of God, he's full of the love of Jesus, approachable, relatable, kind, friendly, and wise.   And he loves Christmas, because he says, "it's during this time of year that people will wonder and inquire about the baby born in the manger. This little baby became the King on the cross… and it's an opportunity to point others toward the One worth celebrating."   Amen? Amen!   Let's make this season different than every other year. Join us as we journey into the story of the birth of Jesus, with all the strange, unexpected, startling, and wondrous events and characters. Because of Bethlehem OBS starts in just a couple of weeks, so sign up right now, right here, and get free access to the study videos and Bible study resources to get started!   Oh, and one important fact:  This year the study is go at your own pace! We know the month of December can be busy, so we're making the videos available during the entire study, now through January 9. You even can have a marathon viewing session the night before Christmas! Claim your free access now! WATCH THE VIDEO TO HEAR MORE WATCH DON'T MISS THE RETURN OF ONE OF OUR FAVORITE CHRISTMAS ONLINE BIBLE STUDIES   This December 2021   Unwrap the enduring promises of Christmas and discover a lifetime of hope--all because of one baby born in Bethlehem.  JOIN THE STUDY  SAVE ON STUDY RESOURCES Save up to 40% off + get FREE U.S. shipping* on all orders (no minimum) now through December 3, 2021 exclusively at FaithGateway Store    Each participant should have a copy of the study guide, as well as the book Because of Bethlehem. The two go together for the most rewarding study experience!  SHOP NOW In Because of Bethlehem, bestselling author and pastor Max Lucado guides you through the Advent season to its source at an unassuming stable in Bethlehem...   No one expected the Messiah to come the way he did. Yet the way He came was every bit as important as the coming itself.   The manger is the message.   Because of Bethlehem, God knows what it's like to be human. Because of Bethlehem, when we talk to Him about tough times, He understands. He's been there. He's been here. Because of Bethlehem, we no longer have marks on our record... just grace.    In the midst of your Christmas season, this book + study will: Revive your wonder that the One who made everything chose to make himself nothing for us. Rekindle your connection to the Christ of Christmas who offers lasting hope. * Note: The Because of Bethlehem study guide includes video notes and discussion questions, Bible exploration, an individual application activity, and an Advent practice to complete between watching the videos.    Shop now and save... 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