More Than Just a Star

”Papa, what should I dream about?” the young shepherd boy asks his father. “Dream about the Messiah, the One who is coming, One worth watching for.” That night and throughout the next day, Micah’s father shares signs of the Old Testament prophecies of the Messiah, along with a symbol that the boy places in his shepherd’s bag to help him watch for that wondrous birth. One night, Micah’s father awakens him to help with the birth of a new lamb. Then, surprised to hear a choir of angels and see the long-awaited star, Micah learns of a babe born in Bethlehem. Running with the others to see, he wonders, Could this be the time foretold? Will the signs and symbols that my father shared be fulfilled?

Emily Belle Freeman is a best-selling author and popular inspirational speaker. She is the author of numerous books, including most recently Grace to Become; Grace Where You Are; and The Gathering Home. She is a favorite speaker at Time Out for Women and a cohost with David Butler of Don’t Miss This.

David Butler’s greatest love is people. His favorite people are his wife, Jenny, and their six darling children. David cohosts the popular YouTube scripture study channel Don’t Miss This with Emily Belle Freeman and is the author of many religious books, including The Unexpected Deliverer (with Emily Freeman); Almighty; and Spirit.

Sarah Jane Wright is an everyday magic storyteller. Her beautiful work is populated with loveable characters and whimsical designs, conjuring the wonder of childhood. She is an illustrator of many children’s books, including Christmas Goodnight, I Heart You, and the picture book series Lola Dutch. She also designs textiles and produces prints and products for children with her brand, Sarah Jane Studios. She and her husband have four children and currently live in Connecticut.