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Should We Celebrate Christmas?

The Christmas season is upon us.  We will often hear “Jesus is the reason for the season” and “Let’s put Christ back in Christmas.”  How should Christians respond?  Should we celebrate it at all?  Does God allow us to celebrate this holiday in certain ways?  These are important questions which deserve our careful consideration.

Each year, conversations about the season return. Some esteem a day to remember Jesus’ birth; others treat every day alike. Scripture calls me to be fully convinced in my own mind and to give thanks in either case (Romans 14:5–6). My aim in this lesson is to honor the Lord’s authority, walk in love toward consciences that differ, and use the moment to point hearts to the Savior.

Peace on Earth, Good Will Toward Men

The angels’ announcement of “peace on earth, goodwill toward men” in Luke 2:14 must be understood in its proper context. Peace is not automatically given to every person on earth—it is only granted to those who believe in Christ and submit to Him in obedience. For others, His coming means exposure, conviction, and judgment. Tonight, I want us to see the truth about the babe in the manger: why His coming was both good news and bad news depending on our response.