One of the main
origins of Christmas was the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the
historical and present day Savior of the Christian faith. There are over a billion
Christians -Followers of Christ - globally who celebrate Christmas for this reason. Even though, people in the west celebrate Jesus Christ’s birth on
December 25th, they understand the exact date is not actually known.
It is only believed Christ was born around this time based on the ancient
calendars and time frame. Christians celebrate Jesus Christ on a daily basis, but choose his birthday as a way to celebrate his birth corporately and to express the joy they feel about His Gift of Salvation. Though Christmas has become a mixture of both Christian
and non-Christian themes the origin of the holiday remains the same for Followers
of Christ. For anyone celebrating Christmas there are traditions that we all
share: giving of gifts, sending Christmas cards, enjoying Christmas music,
going to a Christmas church service, gathering with family and friends, putting
up Christmas trees or lights, hanging a wreath on the door, and decorating with
garland, mistletoe, or holly. Jesus Christ, for believers, also represents and
embodies the Love of God for the World. So, whether you believe in Jesus Christ
or not, when anyone says Merry Christmas, they are
simple wishing you love, joy and laughter as you join or respect them in
celebrating the birth of “Immanuel”(Jesus) on this Holiday “…and they shall call his name Immanuel, which
being interpreted is, God with us.” Matthew 1:23b. Pensacola’s Pearls of
Wisdom – Lessons from My Father wishes you and your family a very Merry
Christmas!!
Pensacola
Helene
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