Hugs for the Holidays: Stories, Sayings, and Scriptures to Encourage and Inspire »

John William Smith has been a minister and teacher for over forty years, as well as writing several books.

He earned a B.A. in English from the University of Michigan, an M.A. in Education Administration from Northern Arizona University, and an M.S. in Bible from Lubbock Christian University. John and his wife, Judi, live in San Diego, California.

Judi teaches first grade, and his three children — Lincoln, Brendan, and Kristen — and foster daughter, Debbie, have all made careers teaching and ministering to others.

Stories, Sayings, and Scriptures to Encourage and Inspire the Heart

Share the warmth of the holiday season . . . give your loved ones a "Hug" for Christmas. Something wonderful happens when a hug is shared. You express the love, forgiveness, acceptance, and encouragement that flows from your heart. Hugs generate warmth and affection, and nurture lasting bonds of friendship.

Contents

Chapter One: The Gift of Kindness

Chapter Two: The Gift of Faith

Chapter Three: The Gift of Forgiveness

Chapter Four: The Gift of Assurance

Chapter Five: The Gift of Hope

Chapter Six: The Gift of Timeless Treasures

Chapter Seven: The Gift of Jesus