O.S. Hawkins. Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2017. 60 pp. (Small Paperback).
You may remember O.S. Hawkins from “The Joshua Code.” I did and was happy to find a tiny little book of advent devotions he has written. And by tiny, I mean really small — small enough to tuck in a purse or pocket, and inexpensive enough to tuck in someone else’s pocket if you need a little gift for holiday hosts, a co-worker or just see someone who could use a little reminder of what Christmas is all about.
The short devotions really don’t contain anything new, but the old, old, story is exciting enough in itself to stir the heart and get us ready to celebrate the blessed birth.
Hawkins’ writing showcases the richness and depth inherent in the story, inviting the reader to experience it once again, and leaves the reader with a “code word” to ponder each day. The book is a wonderful way to prepare our hearts to celebrate the reason for the season.
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Martine Bates Fairbanks, Ed.D., reviews books and movies for The Alabama Baptist. She is a university professor and retired principal. She is a member of Central Baptist Church, Decatur.
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