Hello, friends & Merry Christmas!!!
2 And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city.
4 Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, 5 to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with child. 6 So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
8 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. 10 Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. 11 For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling cloths, lying in a manger.”
13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying:
14 “Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”
Let's talk about why we celebrate Christmas. The true meaning of Christmas is certainly not found in the over-commercialized holiday that every ad on tv throws at you. It's not Santa. It's not found in the presents and food. The true peace and joy of Christmas is not found in anything earthly.
The true meaning of Christmas is to celebrate the birth of Christ, our Messiah. The Son of God, who swapped his celestial seat for a meager manger. So, why was the Savior and King born in a stable? And why was he placed in the animals' trough? Certainly, God's Son was worthy of a high-profile birth, surrounded by elegance. Instead, though, God's Son made His appearance on earth in the lowliest of circumstances. His humble birth sends an amazing message to us: The all-knowing, all-powerful God came down to us to meet us where we are. He didn't come as a pampered, privileged ruler. Jesus was born to humble parents, in meager surroundings to show that He is approachable, accessible and available to all of us. He longs for a relationship with us and that is where you will find true hope and joy.
This is why we celebrate Christmas. I pray that we all keep Jesus at the center of our hearts and homes, not only at Christmas time, but always. I pray each of you have a Christ-filled Christmas, no matter what the season looks like for you this year. I pray you are each safe & healthy and filled with peace. Amen.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
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