Author: Carl Laferton
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Review: I have heard many points of view on Christmas, from "Jesus is the reason for the season," to "Christmas is from Paganism," and everything in between. Although I don't usually get excited about reading another book about Christmas, this new book by Carl Laferton, 'Christmas Uncut' sparked my interest with the second word in the title. By saying, 'Uncut,' I felt like it was implied that I would get a little something extra.
My expectations to receive something extra were exceeded. This book took a pleasantly unexpected turn by telling the birth of Jesus along with all of the exciting events, without leaving out the details that have been cut for the traditional nativity play. It is packed with humor, and was very enjoyable.
It is with a smile that I recommend it, fully expecting that it will continue to pass on entertainment, inspiration, and humor.
Endorsements:
"An accessible, faithful guide to the actual Christmas story. Let this book help you get to grips with the reality and purpose of Christmas, and introduce you to the person who is at the center of it all.
-Trevin Wax, author of Counterfeit Gospels and Holy Subversion, Gospel Coalition blogger and Managing Editor of The Gospel Project.
This is a great book for people who think they know the Christmas story, and for those who know that they don’t. It’s both creative and historical, simple and insightful, fresh and faithful. It’s a great book, and I hope it is widely read and used.
-Kevin DeYoung, Pastor, University Reformed Church, East Lansing MI
“A humorous, piercing and above all truthful book that challenges our preconceptions of Christmas. Carl writes with wit and a real grasp of modern minds to show us that Jesus can’t stay in the manger.
-Rico Tice, Assistant Minister, All Souls Langham Place, founder of Christianity Explored Ministries
"An accessible, faithful guide to the actual Christmas story. Let this book help you get to grips with the reality and purpose of Christmas, and introduce you to the person who is at the center of it all.
-Trevin Wax, author of Counterfeit Gospels and Holy Subversion, Gospel Coalition blogger and Managing Editor of The Gospel Project.
This is a great book for people who think they know the Christmas story, and for those who know that they don’t. It’s both creative and historical, simple and insightful, fresh and faithful. It’s a great book, and I hope it is widely read and used.
-Kevin DeYoung, Pastor, University Reformed Church, East Lansing MI
“A humorous, piercing and above all truthful book that challenges our preconceptions of Christmas. Carl writes with wit and a real grasp of modern minds to show us that Jesus can’t stay in the manger.
-Rico Tice, Assistant Minister, All Souls Langham Place, founder of Christianity Explored Ministries
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