CHRISTIANS AND CHRISTMAS
Opinions vary as to whether Christians should observe the Christmas holiday. Some avoid even saying “Christmas”, while others favor having special services on Christmas Eve or day in order to spread the gospel message. Perhaps the comments below, based on an article penned by Gus Nichols years ago, will shed some light on the question.
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Although there is no proof that Jesus Christ was born on December 25th, He was indeed born, which is what is important. He was sent from Heaven to seek and save the lost (Luke 2:8-12).
As Christians, we should rejoice in Jesus Christ on December 25th, along with every day of the year. Paul says, “Rejoice in the Lord always” (Phil. 4:4). This means Christmas, New Years, the Fourth of July; EVERY day.
Instead of revealing the day of Christ’s birth, God chose to reveal the day He was raised from the dead — the FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK(Mark 16:8-9, Luke 24:1-47). God wants us to celebrate this day. It is often referred to as “Lord’s Day” (Rev. 1:10; I Cor. 16:2; Acts 20:7).
Scripturally speaking, there is nothing to prevent our enjoying the holiday called Christmas. If so inclined we may decorate our homes, give and receive gifts, and enjoy time with family on December 25th or any other day of the year. In fact, we should “rejoice with those that rejoice” (Rom. 12:15) on Christmas day and every day. There is not enough happiness in the world as it is.
It is evidence of the divinity of Jesus to find that, 20 centuries following His birth, the world still desires to celebrate it.
Thank God for sending His Son to earth, regardless of the date of His arrival by virgin birth. We have a great deal to rejoice about, whether it be December 25, 26, 27 or July 4.
Jesus, always Jesus!
Dennis
Opinions vary as to whether Christians should observe the Christmas holiday. Some avoid even saying “Christmas”, while others favor having special services on Christmas Eve or day in order to spread the gospel message. Perhaps the comments below, based on an article penned by Gus Nichols years ago, will shed some light on the question.
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Although there is no proof that Jesus Christ was born on December 25th, He was indeed born, which is what is important. He was sent from Heaven to seek and save the lost (Luke 2:8-12).
As Christians, we should rejoice in Jesus Christ on December 25th, along with every day of the year. Paul says, “Rejoice in the Lord always” (Phil. 4:4). This means Christmas, New Years, the Fourth of July; EVERY day.
Instead of revealing the day of Christ’s birth, God chose to reveal the day He was raised from the dead — the FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK(Mark 16:8-9, Luke 24:1-47). God wants us to celebrate this day. It is often referred to as “Lord’s Day” (Rev. 1:10; I Cor. 16:2; Acts 20:7).
Scripturally speaking, there is nothing to prevent our enjoying the holiday called Christmas. If so inclined we may decorate our homes, give and receive gifts, and enjoy time with family on December 25th or any other day of the year. In fact, we should “rejoice with those that rejoice” (Rom. 12:15) on Christmas day and every day. There is not enough happiness in the world as it is.
It is evidence of the divinity of Jesus to find that, 20 centuries following His birth, the world still desires to celebrate it.
Thank God for sending His Son to earth, regardless of the date of His arrival by virgin birth. We have a great deal to rejoice about, whether it be December 25, 26, 27 or July 4.
Jesus, always Jesus!
Dennis
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