In 2005 eighty families from across the country volunteered to serve as test families for Count Down to Christmas, here is what some of those families had to say about their experience:

 

“Our family had a wonderful time doing Count Down to Christmas.  Not only did it bring our family close together during one of the most hectic times of the year, it was fun and easy to do.  We were able to keep the interest of our older children as well as the younger ones.  On the days when we, the parents, were exhausted and overstressed, it was the kids who reminded us, ‘Mom and Dad, don't forget.  We have to do Count Down to Christmas.’   In the whirlwind of December activities, Count Down to Christmas always brought back our focus to the real Reason for the Season.”  (Brian & Amy M. - Monroe, WA)

 

“Count Down to Christmas has been very meaningful for our family.  The simplicity of this product makes it very ‘parent-friendly.’"  (Randy & Leeta R. – Lubbock, TX)

 

“Count Down to Christmas was a wonderful way to put meaning into the pre-Christmas season. Every night our children requested and waited to do the devotional. We had a wonderful time as a family.” (Robert & Vicki B. - Rio Rancho, NM)

 

 “I must tell you that the addition of Countdown to Christmas to our normal Christmas routine has been a terrific blessing.  Our Christmas Sunday was such a sweet time together.  I believe CDTC helped kept us focused on God’s great love for us and facilitated our family worship experience during this season.”  (Tony & Jeanette S. – El Paso, TX)

 

"What a fun way to keep our family focused on Christ this season" (John & Kay M. – Tulsa, OK)

 

“Our daughters' eyes would light up as our countdown devotion time drew near in the evenings.  During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, our family found refuge, excitement and fun in counting down to Christmas Day!”  (Trent & Cindy H. – Lubbock, TX)