The Journey:
Walking the Road to Bethlehem
(book)
by Adam Hamilton
Journey with Adam Hamilton as he travels from Nazareth to Bethlehem
in this fascinating look at the birth of Jesus Christ. As he did with
Jesus' crucifixion in 24 Hours That Changed the World, Hamilton once
again approaches a world-changing event with thoughtfulness. Using
historical information, archaeological data, and a personal look at some
of the stories surrounding the birth, the most amazing moment in
history will become more real and heart-felt as you walk along this
road. Read The Journey on your own or, for a more in-depth study, enjoy
it with a small group. Also available: The Journey: A Season of
Reflections The Journey: DVD with Leader Guide The Journey: Youth
Edition The Journey: Children's Edition This book may be the greatest
Christmas present of the year. Adam thoughtfully, movingly walks us
through what really happened when God touched this planet. The richness
of the full story will touch your life as well. John Ortberg, author of
The Me I Want to Be: Becoming God s Best Version of You If you think you
know the story of Jesus birth, think again! This wonderful book sets us
on a journey to the times and characters of Christmas so that we
experience the birth of Christ in our lives in a new way. Joel C.
Hunter, author of Church Distributed Adam is a pastor who has clearly
walked in the footsteps of the Master. This is a timely Christmas gift
for a friend no matter where he or she is along the journey. Rich
Nathan, coauthor of Empowered Evangelicals 'Adam Hamilton is one of the
finest pastors I know. In addition, his books have long been favorites
of mine. The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem will soon be a
favorite of yours. Complete with a 28 day devotional and videos filmed
in the Holy Land this will add a new depth and joy to your Christmas
season." Bill Hybels Senior pastor, Willow Creek Community Church
Chairman of Board, Willow Creek Association"
Contributor Bio:
Adam Hamilton is the founding pastor of the United Methodist Church of
the Resurrection in Kansas City. Started in 1990 with four people, the
church has grown to become the largest United Methodist Church in the
United States with over 18,000 members. The church is well known for
connecting with agnostics, skeptics, and spiritual seekers. In 2012, it
was recognized as the most influential mainline church in America, and
Hamilton was asked by the White House to deliver the sermon at the Obama
inaugural prayer service. Hamilton, whose theological training includes
an undergraduate degree from Oral Roberts University and a graduate
degree from Southern Methodist University where he was honored for his
work in social ethics, is the author of nineteen books. He has been
married to his wife, LaVon, for thirty-one years and has two adult
daughters.
