From bestselling author and influential pastor Joel Osteen, a touching and very personal collection that conveys—through his remembrances of Christmases past—the true meaning of Christmas.

For many, the Christmas season can be filled with distractions and anxiety rather than the joy and peace it is supposed to bring. In The Christmas Spirit, Joel Osteen offers uplifting and inspiring stories of family and friends celebrating Christmas traditions, and return to the essence of the holiday by practicing the principles taught by our Savior, Jesus Christ. Filled with humorous and compelling holiday memories from Joel’s family and friends, this heartwarming collection will inspire and amuse while enhancing faith in God’s goodness and eternal wisdom.

Joel’s unique stories and memories will encourage readers to savor their own Christmas memories, to share them with loved ones, and to create new memories and traditions that will be passed down for generations to come. For those feeling stressed, hurt, or lacking direction this holiday season, these heartwarming stories will serve as a healing balm and a guiding light to a more hopeful and peaceful holiday.