Each month we want to share a word of encouragement and offer some resources from like-minded believers for your profit. These articles are available in print upon request.
The Reason for Christmas:
Although there are many reasons, here are some of the key purposes of Jesus’ birth:
| Reality: | Read: | Remember: | Respond: | |
C |
oming King | Matthew 2:2, 6; Luke 1:32 | His reign is Eternal. | In Reverence |
H |
umble Entrance | Philippians 2:6-7 | He was born in a stable. | In Humility |
R |
edemption | Matthew 1:21; 1 John 3:5,8 | He came to take away sins. | With Repentance; Trust Him |
I |
mmanuel (God with Us) | Matthew 1:22-23; John 1:14 | Jesus is 100% God and 100% man. | Love Him |
S |
eek and Save the Lost | Matthew 1:21; Matthew 20:28 | We needed a rescuer | Be Reconciled to Him |
T |
idings of Great Joy: | Luke 2:10-12 | Good news: Jesus can save us | Be Joyful, Thankful |
M |
ary’s Faith | Luke 1:38,47,48,50 | Mary was humble, obedient, and trusted God for her salvation | Submit and fear the Lord |
A |
ngels Worshipped | Luke 2:13-14 | They knew this was the ruler of the world | Worship Him |
S |
hepherds Told Everyone | Luke 2:8-20 | Best news ever: People need to know Jesus. | Tell Everyone the Good News! |
-Kurt Bekins, Pastor of Family Ministries and Outreach
Resources on the depths of God’s Glory and Grace in Jesus’ Birth:
- Why is the Virgin Birth so Important? at gotquestions.org
- My Favorite Santa Claus Story One and Two at Cripplegate
- Christ-Centered Silence for the Noisy Advent Season at The Gospel Coalition
- The Peculiar Glory of the Incarnation at Cripplegate