There Shone a Holy Light: Beholding Christ and Christmas in the Old Testament: Twenty–Five Readings for Advent
Discover the wonder of Christmas as seen through the ancient, Spirit-inspired pages of the Old Testament. In There Shone a Holy Light, Mitchell L. Chase leads readers through twenty-five Advent readings that uncover how the entire Old Testament anticipates, prefigures, and proclaims the coming of Jesus Christ. From Adam’s longing in Eden to Solomon’s dazzling kingdom, these daily reflections illuminate the shadows and promises that point forward to the Light who came into the world.
With clarity and warmth, Chase shows how familiar figures—Noah, Joseph, Moses, David, and others—serve not merely as historical characters but as living signposts toward the Messiah. Each reading traces God’s unfolding plan of redemption, revealing how the stories, symbols, covenants, and prophetic words of the Old Testament all crescendo toward the incarnation. Readers will see more clearly than ever that Christmas is not an isolated event but the fulfillment of God’s ancient, deliberate, and astonishing design.
Perfect for personal devotions or family worship, this Advent guide pairs accessible biblical insight with rich theological depth. Chase writes in a way that welcomes both seasoned students of Scripture and those exploring these connections for the first time, offering fresh wonder at how Jesus fulfills every type, shadow, and promise.
As you journey through these twenty-five days, you’ll behold the beauty of God’s faithfulness across the ages—and celebrate Christmas with a renewed sense of awe. Let the ancient promises of Scripture shine brightly this season as you behold the One who is the true and better Adam, Noah, Joseph, Moses, David, and Solomon—the Holy Light who stepped into the darkness to redeem His people.
“What better way to prepare for Christmas than to behold, in 25 brilliant reflections, the sparkling glories of the coming Messiah?”
—Matt Smethurst
“Understand afresh the greatest story ever told… This is a book your family will want to have as you celebrate the goodness of this season.”
—Daniel Darling