The story of Christmas began long before Mary gave birth to our Savior, Jesus, in Bethlehem. The story of Christmas-the story of God's saving plan-began at the creation of the world. Inspired by the Jesse Tree tradition, author Kendra Tierney's O Come, Emmanuel roots families in the rich symbols of the Old Testament that point to the coming of Jesus Christ. For each day of December leading to Christmas, you'll find A reading from Sacred Scripture, Family-friendly reflections for the day, And a short prayer. Experience the unfolding of God's plan from Creation to the Patriarchs to the Prophets and beyond with O Come, Emmanuel.