Christmas Time

Well dear friends, it is that time of year again: Christmas. After a year of unprecedented natural disasters, wildfires, and a still ongoing pandemic, here we are.

Christmas is when the world celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is almost certain Jesus was not born on December 25th. Many have theorized the date was selected to “Christianize a pagan sun god celebration” occurring on that date”. The truth is we do not know on what day Jesus was born or even what time of year. Many Bible scholars believe He was born in the Spring because shepherds were out in the fields with their flock (Luke 2:8). Still others claim the Fall.

What matters is Jesus was born. He came to be the Savior of the world and to give us hope and assurance. “Then the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:10,11).

As Christians, we are thankful every day Jesus was born. What is even more important is that He went to the cross, died on that cross, and arose the third day (1 Corinthians 15:1-4, 12-22). Jesus did this for you and me so He could be our Savior.

We all have fond memories of Christmas as a time of family, love, and laughter. Christmas is a time when the world stops and reflects on Jesus Christ. The world, for a brief time, is filled with hope. Hope is something the world so desperately needs.



As we celebrate Christmas, let us recall the love of God and how He truly gave the best gift of all: His only begotten Son (John 3:16,17). Let us count our blessing and “name them one by one”.

May God bless each one of you this Christmas season!

Stay true to the Word,

Brother Travis