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The Characters of Christmas is a podcast created to help you take a fresh look at the Christmas story by getting to know the minor characters that played a part in Jesus’ birth. It is the companion to Dan Darling's book "The Characters of Christmas: The Unlikely People Caught Up in the Story of Jesus."

Episodes

15

  1. · 41 minHow to Teach Your Children the Value of Giving this Christmas - Bonus Episode with Everyday Prayers

    In this special episode from Everyday Prayers, host Brook McGlothlin sits down with Kristy Graham, host of On the Ground with Samaritan’s Purse. In this inspiring conversation, they discuss how to shift the focus of Christmas from receiving to giving. Brooke shares how her family uses the Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Gift Catalog to help those in need, along with practical tips for making your holiday season more meaningful. Brook and Kristy also invites you to join the Million Praying Moms Christmas Challenge, where you can feed 100 babies this December. For just $9, you can provide a meal for one baby and make a lasting difference this Christmas. Learn how you and your family can get involved, spreading love and generosity this holiday season. Links & Resources: Samaritan’s Purse Christmas Gift Catalog – Make a Difference This Christmas Million Praying Moms Christmas Challenge – Feed 100 Babies This December FREE RESOURCE: Learn to Love Your Children Like God Does – A FREE 5-Day Devotion for Moms. Find more episodes of Everyday Prayers with Million Praying Moms Discover more faith-based podcasts at LifeAudio.com or wherever you listen to podcasts! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  2. · 14 minThe Music of Christmas - O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

    Dan is back and talking about his favorite Christmas music! This week we take at the much-loved carol: “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.” You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  3. · 14 minThe Music of Christmas - Hark the Herald Angels Sing

    Dan is back and talking about his favorite Christmas music! Today, he talk about at the beautiful Christmas song, Hark, the Herald Angels Sing.’ You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  4. · 17 minIntroducing: The Characters of Easter!

    Where to Find The rest of The Characters of Easter episodes: LifeAudio | Apple Podcasts | Spotify In The Characters of Easter, you’ll become acquainted with the unlikely collection of ordinary people who witnessed the miracle of Christ’s death and resurrection. Enter their stories and ultimately draw closer to Christ Himself as you encounter His Passion through their experiences. Take a journey back to first-century Palestine and walk in the shoes of legendary people like Simon Peter, Judas, Pilate, John, Mary Magdalene and others. Characters of Easter Resources: To find resources for your church or Bible study, check out: https://danieldarling.com/books/characters-of-easter/ Follow Dan: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Episode Image art and podcast cover art design have been adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  5. · 26 minThe Surprising People in Jesus' Family

    This is a podcast all about the people caught up in the story of Jesus. In our final episode, we look at the surprising people in Jesus' family. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  6. · 19 minSimeon and Anna: The Oldest Bucket List

    This is a podcast all about the people caught up in the story of Jesus. Here's a question for you: what's on your bucket list? For Simeon and Anna, they had a special list: to see the awaited Messiah. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  7. · 20 minHerod: The Monster of Christmas

    This is a podcast all about the people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we're talking about the monster of Christmas: King Herod. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  8. · 20 minThe Wise Men: Seeking and Finding

    This is a podcast all about the people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we look closer at the Wise Men. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  9. · 17 minShepherds: The First to Know at Christmas

    This is a podcast all about the people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we look at perhaps the most unlikely people in the Christmas story: the shepherds. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  10. · 19 minThe Innkeeper: Making Room for Jesus

    This is a podcast all about the unlikely people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we take a deeper look at the role of the Innkeeper in the story of Christmas. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  11. · 19 minThe Angels: A Panoramic Christmas

    This is a podcast all about the unlikely people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we examine the ones who had a panoramic view of the unfolding of Christmas: the angels. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  12. · 23 minMary: The Simple Girl at the Center of Everything

    This is a podcast all about the unlikely people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we examine the simple girl at the center of the Christmas story: Mary. Let's spend some time meditating on the great faith of this woman. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  13. · 20 minZechariah and Elizabeth: A Christmas Miracle

    This is a podcast all about the unlikely people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we examine the first miracle in the Christmas story: the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth and their miracle pregnancy. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  14. · 23 minJoseph: The Unsung Hero of Christmas

    This is a podcast all about the unlikely people caught up in the story of Jesus. In this episode, we examine the unsung hero of Christmas: Joseph. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com/ Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  15. · 14 minJesus: The Main Character of Christmas

    This is a podcast all about the unlikely people caught up in the story of Jesus. But before we get to them, we have to talk about the main character of Christmas: Christ himself. You can find more from Dan Darling at his website: https://danieldarling.com Find his book, The Characters of Christmas, here: https://danieldarling.com/books/the-characters-of-christmas Podcast cover art design was adapted from the original Moody Publishers book cover. Used with permission. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.