What do you want for Christmas? Discover the New York Times bestselling Christmas classic—an annual bestseller with over 250,000 books in print. Thousands of readers have already fallen in love with Ann Voskamp’s One Thousand Gifts, and this Christmas, Ann will help listeners celebrate the lineage and the majesty of God’s greatest gift—Jesus Christ. In what has already become a holiday classic, Voskamp reaches back into the Old Testament to explore the lineage of Jesus via the advent tradition of “The Jesse Tree.”
Beginning with Jesse, the father of David, The Greatest Gift retraces the epic pageantry of mankind, from Adam to the Messiah, with each day’s reading pointing to the coming promise of Christ. This advent devotional includes:
Daily reflections from Ann in her signature poetic proseDaily Scripture readingsJournaling and life application promptsInspirational quotes
Sure to become a holiday staple in every Christian home, The Greatest Gift is the perfect gift for the holidays and a timeless reminder of the true meaning of Christmas.
Cista –
Wonderful Book for Christmas Time
This book does exactly what its title states. 25 days of unwrapping the love of God in the Greatest Gift ever given. What a beautiful way to slow down for Christmas and bask in the season of love with the greatest love of all. The love of God shown to us in Christ. God is love and Ann Voskamp obviously knows Him well. A great read for anytime really, but especial during Advent.
Lp –
Read this every year
I use this book every year to usher in the season of Advent. Every year it is fresh and new. This has been an instrumental tool in my life and I am grateful for Annâs work here.
NBBarrett –
Unwrap the Gift of Christmas
This book is a quiet simple walk into the heart of the mystery of Christmas. It is real and beautiful. I am grateful for my pastor, Regina Holtman, who recommended it to me. May it be a blessing to you as well.
Gram53 –
Wonderful Advent devotional
I was given this book five years ago as a gift. I have read it each year during Advent since. Ann Voskamp has amazing insight and way with words that touch the heart. Iâve probably gifted at least 20 copies in the last 5 years and will continue to give this thought provoking book .I highly recommend it.
Judy K Davis –
A Wonderful gift during the Holiday Season
I gave many of these as gifts to lots of Friends. I will continue as I meet new Friends. Thank you
Sarah –
Thought-Provoking
This book was spiritually edifying. I wish it didn’t end so quickly!I enjoyed this look at the people in the lineage of Jesus. Oftentimes Christmas devotionals focus just on the nativity story, but incorporating the stories that happened through the centuries made it powerful once you did get to the manger.The use of various versions of Scripture did distract me, since I was looking them up in my Bible, and the author tended to use sentence fragments. But I adjusted and was eager to keep reading.The Advent Tree and things–I didn’t do anything with that.Yes, I’d recommend this book for its spiritual insights and inspirational content.
jenmcdan13 –
Perfect read to observe Advent and prepare your heart for Christmas
Having read Ann Voskamp’s first book, Ten Thousand Gifts, I fell in love with her honesty, ability to turn any everyday moment into an opportunity to connect with The Lord, and her unique writing style. She seems like someone who never meets a stranger, exuding Christ’s love and grace in every personal encounter. She’d probably be the first to admit that she’s not perfect and always needs the grace and mercy of God to get through each day. Seeing her heart bravely laid open on the page makes me not only feel less alone in my own struggles, but also love her for the gift she’s given in sharing hers.I was looking for an Advent guide, something to help me take a little time each day on December to reflect on the year and help prepare my heart for the coming of Christmas. Every year, it seems like December flies by and Christmas sneaks up on me, then it’s over. This book was the perfect companion to the Christmas season for me, educating me on the lineage of Christ, the pathway of imperfect people the Lord chose to use to fulfill His plan to win our hearts back to him. I loved the structure of each day’s reading: Scripture, relatable/relevant present-day application, discussion or introspective questions with room for journaling. Additionally, the book includes a link to free, printable Advent “ornaments” you can include on your Christmas tree to remind yourself of the day’s message. I had a small tree on my dining room table on which I hung only those ornaments.If you’re looking for a way to appreciate the Christmas season in a whole new way, you will not be disappointed in this book. I’m excited to reread this book each year at Christmas. Thank you, Ann, for this gift. 🙂
Carole –
My most cherished family tradition now.
Every year now, my family reads The Greatest Gift and hangs ornaments on our Jesse Tree. This book has brought us closer to each other and to Jesus.
Poppy –
A beautifully written book which I really appreciated in the run up to Christmas. I love Ann’s writing! Taking time each day to read a manageable allotted amount throughout December in such a busy time of year, was sooo goodIn previous years I have often felt that I haven’t been able to prepare myself in time spiritually for Christmas day, which has left me feeling frustrated and disappointed. Last Christmas, reading this book, the wonder of Christmas grew in me as it took me through the Bible and all the amazing promises and anticipations of Jesus coming to earth, in a rich feast of the incomparable love of God towards us. I was so blessed that I intend to read it again next December. If the gospel stories of Christmas feel too over familiar or even stale to you as I often have felt, this will give you a deeper insight into Jesus’s coming, which is truly inspiring.
Marina –
Sehr empfehlenswert. Die Kapiteln sind nicht zu lang und somit findet man immer Zeit täglich eins zu lesen. Ann Voskamp ist eine Wortartistin, wodurch die Satze nicht immer leicht verständlich sind. Man sollte schon gut English verstehen können, damit man das Buch auch richtig lesen kann. Es gefällt mir sehr, dass man auf ihr website zusätzlich kleine Kärtchen downloaden kann.
357829Amazon Customer –
Ann has very powerful writing, and she can pull at your heart strings and brings clarity to God’s Love for us. This book really brings understanding to Jesus’ family tree and all the stories and people. This book has definitely blessed me and brought me closer to God. Highly advise, I will definitely be reading this every year.
AAJR –
A wonderful book by a wonderful author. It arrived quickly and I am loving reading it. Thank you for your great service!
Jean –
Ann writes from her heart to the heart of those who would hear and believe. She shares the story of God’s great love for mankind by sharing his plan of redemption from the creation of the world. I would recommend for anyone wanting to quiet their heart and prepare themselves for the celebration of the birth of the Savior.