For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace - Isaiah 9:6 (NKJV).
Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem,... and when they had come into the house, they saw the young Child with Mary His mother, and fell down and worshiped Him. And when they had opened their treasures, they presented gifts to Him: gold, frankincense, and myrrh - Matthew 2:1, 11 (NKJV).
Introduction
What is Christmas to you? Many people have different reasons for celebrating Christmas; including time for a holiday, feasting, traveling, shopping, and reunions. However, the main reason for the celebration is normally not remembered, it is now Christmas without Christ. This is very unfortunate and should be corrected in the minds and lives of Christians. This post encourages believers in Christ to focus more on Jesus during the Christmas season since He is the reason for the celebration.
Christmas has been turned into different celebrations other than the celebration of the birth of Jesus. So, I ask, "what is Christmas without Christ?" Truly, unbelievers celebrate it without knowing the reason for the season. And the children are more after "Father Christmas", the Christmas gifts, lights, and decorations. Furthermore, people prepare so much for this celebration, yet, most people don't have encounters with Christ as part of the preparation.
What To Do This Christmas
Christmas is the accepted birthday for Jesus Christ, so the celebration should be all centered on Him. When you are celebrating your birthday, the celebration is centered on you. People gather because of you, the preparations are for the people coming because of you, the prayers are said for you and the gifts are for you. Sometimes, people may even ask you what you want for your birthday and they will be ready to do exactly what you desire. Read more...
