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Jotham's Journey: A Storybook for Advent Hardcover – January 1, 1997

• Part of series Storybooks for Advent
• Print length 176 pages
• Language English
• Dimensions 9 x 0.75 x 9.75 inches
• Publisher Servant Pubns
• Publication date January 1, 1997
• ISBN-10 1569550204
• ISBN-13 978-1569550205
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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Servant Pubns (January 1, 1997)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1569550204
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1569550205
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 10 years, from customers
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.55 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.75 x 9.75 inches
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Arnold Ytreeide loves telling stories. "The second real film I ever made was for a high school history project. It made the teacher cry, right in front of all the students. That wouldn't be a big deal except that my history teacher was also the varsity football coach. That was the moment I decided what I wanted to do with my life." He's been telling stories ever since, in film, television, books, radio, and stage plays. And he tells them in all sorts of genres -- historical fiction, adventure, and books that make you think. Sometimes Christian - like his popular Jotham’s Journey Christmas series - sometimes for those not so inclined - such as Under My Teacher’s Desk and The Twelfth Privilege. He pours a “life of a thousand episodes” into every story. Next up? “More Mike Danford books, more Amon books, and I’m starting a new series about a girl who lives on the moon.” Former cop, former film & TV creator, and Professor Emeritus, Arnold and his wife Elsie Jo live to hang out with their two children and five grandchildren. “And their dogs. And cats.” He's always looking for the next story he can tell that will help people "feel the wonder of this wonderful life."

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WORLD Radio - Following <em>Jotham’s Journey</em>

Reviewer Whitney Williams takes a new look at a classic Advent resource for families

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MYRNA BROWN, HOST: Next up on The World and Everything in It : Preparing for Advent.

Thanksgiving is almost here, and with it the beginning of the Christmas season. Many families use Advent resources to prepare their hearts to remember the coming of Jesus Christ into the world.

NICK EICHER, HOST: But for families with young children with lots of energy, finding an Advent book that keeps kids and parents engaged can be a challenge.

BROWN: WORLD reviewer Whitney Williams now to share a classic advent book that brings the whole family into the story of Christ’s first coming

AUDIOBOOK: “They think I’m dead! Jotham wailed out loud. “They think I was killed by some animal and dragged off to be eaten!” And then he began to cry again, not a cry of anger anymore, and not a cry of loneliness. A cry of fear.

WHITNEY WILLIAMS, REVIEWER: That’s a clip from the audiobook, Jotham’s Journey , written by Arnold Ytreeide and narrated by Kirby Heyborne.

AUDIOBOOK: “I want my father,” he cried, and fell with his face in the dirt, clutching his little blanket. I want my father!”

Jotham is a ten-year-old Hebrew boy who sets out on a harrowing, action-packed journey to find his family after being separated from them due to his own sinful stubbornness.

Along the way, Jotham receives help and hospitality from friends, like Biblical characters Zechariah and Elizabeth, who tell him of the coming Messiah.

AUDIOBOOK: “‘My wife and I have wanted a child for fifty years, but always she is barren. Yet this Angel is telling me that we will have a child in our old age!” Zechariah almost shouted at Jotham. “Is it any wonder that I doubted those words?”

But not everyone Jotham meets is helpful or historical. Take the fictional character, Eliakim. He’s a caravan leader who slaps Jonathan to the ground, holds a sword to his neck, and works to sell him into slavery:

AUDIOBOOK: “Yes, we shall see what price we get for a worthless boy,” he said again, laughing. Then turning to the men of his tribe he yelled, “Bind him!”

Jotham’s Journey is divided into short, 10-20 minute daily readings that couple the fictional story with a related devotional, candle lighting, and scripture reading, giving parents a springboard for solid spiritual discussion. Here’s one question from Week 2.

AUDIOBOOK: Jotham feels like his whole world has just fallen apart. Not only is his life in danger, but he’s traveling farther and farther away from his family. Surely, this can’t be God’s way of working things out, can it?

As Jotham slowly makes his way to Bethlehem, thinking his family might be heading there for the census, readers gradually make their way to the place of Jesus’ birth, as well, just in time.

AUDIOBOOK: “Jotham, wake up!” The voice was hissing in his ear, and Jotham swatted at it as if it was an annoying bug. “I need your help, my friend. Some more travelers have arrived—a man and a woman. I tried to send them away, but the woman is about to have a child. I need you to help me clean out the stable again so they may sleep there.”

One caution–in chapter 22, the author mentions that God “accepts all people wherever they are in their own spiritual journey.” Parents may want to clarify that salvation comes through faith in Jesus Christ.

And while those familiar with the nativity story can probably guess how this book ends, that doesn’t make it any less magical.

AUDIOBOOK: “How could such a child save the entire world?” Jotham wondered. But he didn’t worry about it. He just accepted it and thought what a marvelous day this was.

I’m Whitney Williams.

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Why the Jotham’s Journey Series is NOT to be Missed

What do you get when you mix historical fiction with lots of adventure then add daily devotionals for Advent?  The Jotham’s Journey series of books!  These books are simply NOT to be missed.

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That’s the best word I can think of to describe these page-turning, spine-tingling adventure stories meant to be read in December to point the way to the One who was our ultimate Christmas gift!

They are our all-time favorite living literature for the Christmas season!

There are four books in the Jotham’s Journey series which are written as daily read-alouds for Advent (aka: the days leading up to Christmas.)

You only read one book per year – meaning the entire series provides your family with FOUR years worth of Advent reading.  And, if you’re like us, you’ll start the series over again at least once for eight years’ worth!

Arnold Ytreeide Rocks

The author, Arnold Ytreeide, is a master storyteller whose interesting story lines delicately weave each new tale into the next.  Not only that, his creativity in telling the story of our Savior’s birth alongside the story of the main characters is really breathtaking.

The main characters in each book come to the Christmas story from completely different perspectives  and with completely different adventures – each well-worth reading.

Excitement.  Mystery.  Intrigue.  Bad guys.  Good guys.  Character struggles.  Lessons to be learned for sure.  All leading to the miracle of the first Christmas.

What could be better than awesome stories to prepare your family’s heart for Christmas?  Your children will be drawn back into the days before Jesus’ birth, treasuring the lessons learned by each character – and finding the joy of Jesus in the end every time.

It never fails that each day’s reading leaves my children begging for more!  When we read about Jotham’s quest through Palestine to find his family, we’re often on the edge of our seats wondering how he can possibly escape the danger he’s stumbled into.  When Bartholomew is taken from Galilee as a slave of the Romans, we can’t wait to learn if slavery is his destiny.  When Tabitha’s father is taken prisoner, we’re beyond excited when Zechariah and Elizabeth come to her aid.  And when Ishtar, son of the Magi, searches with his father to find the newborn King, we jump for joy when he befriends Jotham, Bartholomew and Tabitha.

Every single time we sit on the edge of our seats.  Every time.

I should mention a note of caution.  The books are SO full of adventure (some in the form of dangerous situations that can be scary to little ears) that I would suggest reading them with children who are eight or older.

Where do you start?

The books should be read in the following order.

• Jotham’s Journey
• Bartholomew’s Passage
• Tabitha’s Travels
• Ishtar’s Odyssey

Each book is meant to be read daily through the month of December and followed with family discussion over the devotional questions provided after each reading.

Have you read any of the Jotham’s Journey series?  If so, I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.  If you haven’t read them yet, get ready to join Jotham on his journey beginning December 1st.  I don’t think you’ll be sorry!

And guess what?  An Easter devotional is available, too!

Amon’s Adventure follows Amon as he strives to save the life of his father, Jotham, who has been falsely accused of a crime and sentenced to death!  As you can imagine, his life also intersects with the Savior of the world in a magnificent turn of events.

The only prerequisite to read this book is having read Jotham’s Journey already.  So, jump right in this coming Easter if you like!

Advent (and Easter) Themed Science

While we’re on the subject of Advent – or is that Easter now?  Either way, I’ve written some creative, nature-based studies that should help you find Jesus in your science lessons this Christmas AND Easter .  They will provide you with learning ideas for years to come!

I agree! They are our favorite for the Christmas! We have enjoyed them for 15 years. Well that is when the first started for us. Then we were very excited when more were added! And this year a new one for us. Ishtar’s Odyssey! They are excellent for the whole family to keep a focus on the true meaning of Christmas. We even have given the set as a gift to our older ones who have now married. To share with their family. Yes, Don’t miss out. Start a new tradition in your home.

Hi Cindy – I just purchase Jotham’s Journey a couple weeks ago for my 6 & 4 year old, but it sounds like I may want to hold off for a couple years after reading your post. Do you have any suggestions for a living book/advent devotional for younger children?

What a great idea to share as gifts, Dawn!

Yes, Courtney, I would wait just a little while on Jotham’s Journey. With little ones, I usually just read various picture books ( ) and we do Jesse Tree ornaments each day as we talk about the Bible stories that go along.

You might also consider Unwrapping the Greatest Gift by Ann Voskamp. I haven’t read it myself, but it gets high reviews. From looking at the previews, it seems as if it might be appropriate for at least your six year old. Merry Christmas!

Love Jothams journey series. We have 2 teens in our home and they beg for more too!!! Thank you for making these. Our family is so blessed by them. They spark the deepest spiritual conversations. With 5 of us going different directions, these books keep us coming back together for family time during the busiest time of the year. And that means the world to this moms heart

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Jotham’s Journey Advent Stories

Do you know about the Jotham’s Journey advent stories? Yes, it is time to plan for advent season! I definitely wanted to be sure you knew about a series of read alouds we always enjoy during the Christmas season. Because Advent begins in just about a month! And because this fantastic series blesses us each and every year!

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What are the Jotham’s Journey Advent Stories?

This advent series of books by Arnold Ytreeide includes Jotham’s Journey, Bartholomew’s Passage and Tabitha’s Travels.  Plus, just two years ago, the newest book in the series was introduced. Ishtar’s Odyssey . Many homeschooling families enjoy these but I’m still surprised that there are a few that don’t know about them. Our whole family participates. Hodgepodgedad reads the few pages before the children’s bedtime, starting the first Sunday of Advent. How quickly the children all get bathed and pj’d so we can all gather around and read Jotham’s Journey or another in this series.

It is the element of suspense that get our children and makes them beg to read another chapter. The author brings the Biblical setting to life – pulling together all the elements, the characters, the joy of Christ’s birth!

Special Note: we believe the story is for families with children of all ages, we do need to caution you that Jesus was not born into a sinless world. There are some quite suspenseful scenes. So, as the author cautions parents on the Information for Parents page , if you have a sensitive child, you may want to pre-read a chapter and skip over any parts you feel your younger child might be frightened by. Our youngest was five when he joined in the first time. And we find that some of these scenes that might be troubling are wonderful opportunities to discuss how we would handle a similar situation – with a Biblical response. Our experience with these stories has been nothing but positive which is exactly why I am sharing them with you! The children are always begging for at least a preview of the next night – or for another chapter!

Where Can You Find the Jotham’s Journey Advent Stories?

“ Jotham’s Journey started it all, Bartholomew’s Passage continues the adventure, and Tabitha’s Travels completes the story. Jotham and his friends will delight your family with their tales of intrigue, suspense and victory every night of Advent as their stories twist and turn and intertwine. Meet Nathan the Fool, Eliakim the wise man, and Salimar the astrologer. Shepherds, thieves, priests and inn keepers — all play vital roles in the lives of these three lost ten-year-olds.”

I am SO thankful that my friend, Little Sanctuary , shared about these  advent stories several years ago. We’ve read all four and will complete our second time through this advent season.

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“Stir us up, O Lord, to make ready for your only-begotten Son. May we be able to serve you with purity of soul through the coming of him who lives and reigns.” ~ Advent Prayer, Bartholomew’s Passage

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Reader Interactions

October 31, 2014 at 1:40 pm

We just love the Jotham’s Journey Trilogy! Thank you for the reminder, I need to decide which book we are going to do this year.

October 31, 2014 at 5:37 pm

It is a memory-making time every year! Enjoy 🙂

November 27, 2017 at 2:58 am

We have thoroughly enjoyed reading the series, and have Bartholomew to read this Advent, and Tabitha next year! I cannot recommend these enough!!! They are so special, and they are written very well, captivating the imaginations of all ages and making us think profoundly about our Savior!

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In this widely popular, exciting story for the advent season, readers follow ten-year-old Jotham across Israel as he searches for his family. Though he faces thieves, robbers, and kidnappers, Jotham also encounters the wise men, shepherds, and innkeepers until at last he finds his way to the Savior born in Bethlehem.

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