The Shepherds' Prayer: A Christmas Novel

I have heard this on video and had to read it for myself. A wonderful book. I had a hard time putting i t down.

The books look new, and since I was ordering them for gifts that was important to me. I hesitated to buy used books sight unseen, but they were worth taking the chance for.

This is my all time favorite story ❤️

THE SHEPHERD'S PRAYER tells the story of Jesus' birth from the viewpoint of nearby shepherds who were first-hand observers of the wondrous heavenly visitation surrounding the events of the day.How would simple herdsmen have reacted to an angelic visit, heaven opening up and bursting forth upon the countryside and the Lord, Himself, lying as a vulnerable baby in a rude cattle stall? Herod's atrocities, the bitterness of the bereaved parents, the shunning of the Jews which would eventually cost Jesus his life, are all tenderly but faithfully depicted in this simple story.There are a few contemporary Christian authors who have a gift for retelling familiar Bible stories from a different perspective and engaging the reader in a compelling, interesting, simple way: Gene Edwards, Philip Yancy, and now, Richard Barry are certainly among those.SHEPHERD's PRAYER is also a reminder that all believers have a place in the royal lineage in the kingdom of God. Through Jesus to Abraham, today's faithful are partakers of this wonderful story and heirs to the stable as well as to the heavenly realm.This is a sweet story for all ages.

This is a wonderful story! A friend had lent me her copy and as soon as I finished reading it, I ordered 2 from Amazon!Sweet story and so perfect for Christmas! I will definitely buy some for Christmas gifts!

This is a beautiful story that you can read to the whole family. I just purchased 10 of them for the moms in my mother's group.

I have used this book during Advent season with my Bible study group. We implemented questions that are relevant for the season and how they can relate to everyday life. The story of Jesus is the important item and everyone should read this book.

I ordered this for myself and enjoyed it so much that I ordered one for my mom. A great story for any time of the year. I have listened to it 3 times so far. I love turning it on and listening while I do my crafts. I highly recommend it.