Unlock the spiritual magic of Handel's Messiah this Advent season!

Delve into the hidden treasures of Scripture that inspired Handel's timeless masterpiece. This elegant volume offers forty captivating reflections that harmoniously blend the libretto from Handel's Messiah with corresponding passages from the NRSV, accompanied by insightful commentary from respected scholars and pastors. Whether you savor it at your own pace or follow one reflection per day during Advent and Christmas, this transformative journey will enrich, challenge, and inspire your spirit.

This devotional balances the musical and biblical aspects of Handel's masterpiece, inviting you to explore its profound story and its impact on your daily life. It's a perfect companion for the Advent season, offering deep biblical scholarship that challenges you to re-think, work for justice, and embrace the marginalized. Every Valley is a must-have for classical music enthusiasts and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Scriptures that inspired Handel's magnificent opus. Share this book with friends, family, or church leaders, and embark on a shared journey of spiritual growth and reflection this Advent season.

Albert L. Blackwell is the Reuben B. Pitts Professor Emeritus of Religion at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina. He is the founder of The Piedmont Resource Center, and received Furman's Meritorious Teaching Award in 1977. He also serves as director of the choir at St. James Episcopal Church in Greenville. Albert L. Blackwell is the Reuben B. Pitts Professor Emeritus of Religion at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina. He is the founder of The Piedmont Resource Center, and received Furman's Meritorious Teaching Award in 1977. He also serves as director of the choir at St. James Episcopal Church in Greenville.