I found this to be an inspirational and unique way to anticipate and celebrate the Christmas season.

To be honest, I usually dread this time of year, mainly because of the shortening daylight hours. Finances usually make Christmas a dreaded time for me, as well. Add in the fact that one of my children has a December birthday, and mine is at the beginning of the new year.

This year, though, I am actually anticipating reading The Most Wonderful Time of the Year with my children through the month of December, and trying out some of the suggestions with them. Be sure to check it out. ( )

I loved Ace Collins’ latest book, The Most Wonderful Time of The Year. Billed as a devotional, I think it is so much more. Filled with heart-warming stories, thought-provoking devotions, interesting facts, and great recipes to fill the stomach and sooth the body, this book is a wonderful way to plunge you right into the Christmas spirit! And though it is especially meaningful for use during the month of December, it’s message and lessons will be remembered long throughout the new year. The story Ace shares about George Handel’s writing of the great oratorio, The Messiah, really struck a chord with me. I am sharing it with my Bible study group, along with a recipe for a very sweet treat — Sugar Cookie Truffles. So if you want to bring a bit of extra meaning into the hubbub of the holidays, you need to get a copy of this book. Or get 2 or 3 — this book makes a fabulous early Christmas present!

Highly recommended.

Audience: adults

(Thanks to the publisher for providing a complimentary ARC. All opinions expressed are mine alone.) ( )

What a beautiful book this is. As the holidays get closer , I am always looking for something to read to lessen the stress of the holiday rush. When I started going through this treasure, I immediately knew this would be something I would return to every year.

I love that the book is a devotional that you can share with your family. The recipes look great and the book is filled with wonderful stories that fill your heart with joy. Sometimes holidays can be hard for people, but this book will certainly cheer anyone up. I loved how each day in the book is a different topic. The Christmas songs that are in the book are so nice to see and really gives families a time to talk about their favorite Christmas song. One of the traditions my family does every year for Christmas is attend the Christmas Eve service and then return to our home. We have light snacks and a special gift for each kid to open. The kids are grown now with spouses, but we still do this every year. It is a nice time to spend with our family relaxing and enjoying being together.

I loved when the author said. " The warmth of your home is the warmth others will first see in you." It is such a great reminder for us to spread joy to others by being kind and make them feel loved and welcomed. Make sure you pick up a copy to enjoy with your family and grab an extra copy for a friend.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from LitFuse. The review is my own opinion and I was not compensated for it. ( )