Released in the UK January 2015
Released in the US March 2015
Trade paperback | 224 Pages
9781781914267 • £7.99 $11.99
BISAC – REL006160
Pleased to Dwell
A Biblical Introduction to the Incarnation
Peter Mead
Biblical introduction to Christmas
Travels through the Bible to consider the birth of Jesus
An invitation to ponder a God who was pleased to dwell with us!
At the centre of heaven is Christ, lovingly adored as the forever Lord of all. At the centre of Christmas is Christ, frail and cradled in the tender arms of a young mother. How can the two be put together? Heavenly glory and human frailty? That is the real wonder of Christmas. Pleased to Dwell is an energetic biblical introduction to Christmas. It is an invitation to ponder the Incarnation, and a God who was please to dwell with us.
Building anticipation with the great themes of the Old Testament, enjoying the remarkably distinct birth narratives of Matthew, then Luke, before surveying some great New Testament passages, Pleased to Dwell is an engaging introduction to the wonder of the Word becoming flesh and dwelling among us. This book offers a wealth of ideas for preachers, an easy access mini-reference tool for Bible students, and an enjoyable cover-to-cover read for everyone. Twenty-four short chapters would make a great advent devotional, but this book is not just for Christmas. God's Son stepped into our world and that changes every day of the year!
Peter Mead
Peter Mead is director of Cor Deo, a mentored ministry training programme based in Chippenham, England. He is on the leadership team of a church plant and leads the Bible Teachers & Preachers Networks at the European Leadership Forum.
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Christian Focus
In this book we see the profound truths of the incarnation presented in a way that makes the Bible and its truth come alive. And, best of all, it is presented in an engaging style that makes it accessible to ordinary laypersons.
Ajith Fernando
Teaching Director, Youth for Christ, Sri Lanka
What a really useful resource! As I read through it, I found that ideas for carol service talks just kept leaping off its pages.
Rico Tice
Evangelist; Co–founder of Christianity Explored Ministries
This book is perfect food for the heart for all of us who long for a richer understanding of the birth of The King!
Joseph M. Stowell
President, Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Through a clear and accessible explanation of the profound miracle of the incarnation... An ideal introduction to a profound theme - and a great Christmas present!
Jonathan Lamb
Minister–at–large for Keswick Ministries, IFES Vice President, and former Director, Langham Preaching