Christ at Christmas, Front and Center

Luke 2:1-7

"And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city.

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, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with Child. So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. 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."

A trusting woman
A faithful man
A sovereign God
A virgin birth

God fully human, came to Earth with purpose.

John 3:16-17

"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be SAVED."

Christmas is an interesting intersection of emotions. In our world, in our lives, we tend to make it a very, very stressful time. We are worried about presents, traveling, relatives and anything else we can occupy our minds with. It can also be a very emotional time, as we find ourselves missing those who aren't with us, or being reminded of what we do and do not have. Maybe we should just slow down, be still, be quiet, and listen for God.

Psalm 62:5-8

"My soul wait silently for God alone,
For my expectation is from Him.
He only is my rock and my salvation;
He is my defense;
I shall not be moved.

In God is my salvation, and my glory;
The rock of my strength,
And my refuge is in God.

Trust in Him at all times, you people;
Pour out your heart before Him;
God is a refuge for us."


Many times we push back the one thing this holiday is supposed to be about. Celebration of the birth of our Savior. What will we do to keep Christ front and center this Christmas? How will we honor our Savior on his Birthday? Spending some time in a quiet, still place with Him will be a good start.

Merry Christmas to you all.