Merry Christmas

Yes - I said Merry Christmas.  Of course, we all know that this is not considered "politically correct" these days - although I am not sure why.  If you celebrate this holiday in some other manner, that is your choice.  I am not going to start a petition, or stage a demonstration if you celebrate the holiday according to Jewish tradition, or Muslim tradition, or any other religious traditional manner.  That is your choice.  And I think all those who do not celebrate a "Christian" holiday appreciate being able to celebrate the holiday in their own manner.  So, who is it that is actually protesting Christmas? 

I would like to take this opportunity to explain why we say Merry Christmas.  In order to do this, I will be borrowing excerpts from an article from Wisdom Hunters.

“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:11)."

"Christ in Christmas is like memorial in Memorial Day, mother in Mother’s Day, father in Father’s Day, labor in Labor Day, independence in Independence Day, and thanksgiving in Thanksgiving Day. However, in our attempt to not offend other religions and to become politically correct, we have diluted and desecrated the true meaning of Christmas."

This speaks volumes.  Nobody demonstrates against the celebration of Mother's Day, for example.  This is a holiday set aside to honor one's Mother - and we all have one.  However, our Mother may not still be living.  If this is the case, Mother's Day is probably not a huge celebration - it has become just another day.  Christmas, for myself, is a holiday to celebrate Christ.  If you believe in Christ, this is the day for you to celebrate this birth.  If you do not believe in Christ, that is your choice.  For you, it will probably be just anther day.  But what gives you the right to protest "our" celebration of Christ's birth.  Why does this "offend" you?  Does it offend you for those who have living Fathers to celebrate Father's Day, even though your Father has passed away and it is just another day for you?

For those who wish to join me in celebrating the birth of Christ, the following excerpts from the article by Wisdom Hunters are great reminders.

"Indeed, Jesus is the reason for the season. He is the explanation for eternal life. He is the answer from almighty God for grace and truth incarnate. He is the beginning and the end, a bright light in the darkest darkness. He is our hope on earth as we prepare for our home in heaven.

Christ in Christmas means you live for a purpose much grander than merchandise and commerce. Your children have a legacy of love for God and country, and service to others. You work as unto the Lord and give generously out of gratitude for God’s bountiful blessings.

Christ in Christmas compels you to exclaim, “He was born so we would believe, He died so we would live, and He rose so we would rise!” Therefore, in humility and with pride, boldly keep Christ in Christmas. His birth is your excuse to brag about Jesus."

For those of you who are not sure,

"If Christ is not in Christmas, then churches can convert to corporate offices and missions can morph into humanitarian agencies. Christ in Christmas creates a tension for those who have yet to trust, but to us who have been saved, it is the most significant celebration.

The Bible says, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). "

I invite you to join me in celebrating the birth of Christ.  If you do not believe in Christ, then feel free to celebrate this holiday in any manner you wish.  I will not be offended.

So - Merry Christmas to all.