All over America the majority of people take time at this time of the year, to celebrate what they call the Birth of Christ. While it is true Jesus was born to become the Savior of the World, and the King of Kings, there is no place in the Bible that Jesus ever told us or commanded us to honor His birth. However His word tells us to honor His death, I Corinthians 11:23-29. there are many who celebrate the holiday known as Christmas, and know not what they celebrate. Jesus did not come as a baby to give us a holiday to eat, drink and be merry, but to become the sacrifice for sin, to save this world from our unrighteousness. His very words in St Matthew 24: 36-39, reminds us of the results of eating and drinking, such as takes place at Christmas. How do we find any honor of the King in Christmas trees, Santa Claus and in parties? About the only part of Christmas that takes place correctly is in giving of gifts, and that is not done correctly. The Bible reminds us to give to God one tenth and to present our bodies a living sacrifice. Romans 12:1. So this year as you celebrate Christmas think of who you are honoring. Is it King Jesus or is it self?
Yes it is okay to remember the Birth of Christ, but not to follow all the traditions of the world. Let us remember why He came to this earth, and may we live our lives as an example of His Love for this world. I encourage each reader to do a study on your computer on the origin of Christmas. You may be surprised.
No comments:
Post a Comment