The Christ of Christmas - by Marc Sikma (Hardcover)

About the Book

This long picture book is the perfect story to display on the coffee table during Christmastime. In sixty-four beautifully illustrated pages, this story tells of a family who, through the intentional persistence of one parent, is forever changed by the Christ of Christmas.

Book Synopsis

What's a better time to share the gospel than Christmas?

The Christ of Christmas tells the story of sixteen-year-old Lily and her family, who prioritize different things at Christmastime. For years, Lily's mom has faithfully used a wooden manger and cross to share the gospel with her unbelieving family. She wants them to know that because of God's first Christmas gift to His people, every heart can be healed. But when a big change happens just days before Christmas, the family must decide if the tradition will continue. Will it have the power to change their family forever?

With sixty-four beautifully illustrated pages, The Christ of Christmas is a charming read for the family to revisit together each year and will look gorgeous on coffee tables as a new Christmastime tradition. It also offers both churches and individuals a gentle and uplifting way to share the gift of Christ's love with others. Through its compelling story arc, clear communication of the gospel, and beautiful story of first-time belief, The Christ of Christmas shows readers that Christmas is a story of hope and healing.

About the Author

Marc Sikma is a husband to his high school sweetheart, Heidi, and is the father of three: Avery, Dawson, and Maddox. Marc planted Matthias' Lot Church in St. Charles, MO in 2005. The church ministers to hundreds of college students each week while empowering the church body to embrace the call to make disciples. Marc also founded the nonprofit We Love St. Charles in 2009 where he and the WLSC team cares for those who have various needs within the community. Through his church, nonprofit, and now The Christ of Christmas, Marc hopes to empower families with the gracious truth of Jesus who is not just the reason for the season, but the reason for all of life.