Anticipating His Arrival

Rick Brannan lives in Bellingham, Washington, with his wife and children. He is the general editor of the Lexham English Septuagint and the translator of The Apostolic Fathers in English. Rick writes a regular column on the church fathers for Bible Study Magazine. He is currently working on an examination of the vocabulary of the Pastoral Epistles.

Having used Anticipating His Arrival around the dinner table with my family, I look forward to making use of it again this year and am delighted to see this devotional in print for a wider audience. Too often, devotionals centered around the Christmas season lack the anticipatory nature that Advent is meant to invoke. Brannan's cycle of preparation, anticipation, joy, and incarnation--combined with a rich selection of passages that span the width of the Scriptures--makes this a devotional that will serve and enrich many families. --H. Daniel Zacharias, Ph.D., assistant professor of New Testament studies, Acadia Divinity College"During the time of Advent, many people reflect on the coming of the Lord and His incarnation. In Anticipating His Arrival, Rick Brannan has thoughtfully reflected upon OT and NT Bible passages that will surely stir the hearts and minds of God's people. This family guide is an easy and brief way to prepare for the Advent season by being led through Bible passages and thoughtful questions on select Scriptures. Using the Revised Common Lectionary, families are guided through this devotional material for a three-year lectionary cycle. This will become a wonderful addition to the traditions of my family each year."--Shawn J. Wilhite, assistant professor of Christian studies, California Baptist University