My child,
Yes, I do know the actual date on your calendar when my son was born. No, it is not December 25th, the day commonly celebrated. No, I am not the least offended that this day was chosen to celebrate the birth of my son. Any pagan origins related to the choice of this date are not of concern to me.
Do you remember when you celebrated your grandmother’s 90th birthday early? She was ill at the time and your family was afraid that if they did not celebrate when they had the opportunity, they might not have another opportunity. Was the date significant? No, it was the person you celebrated that mattered. It is the same with my son. The date is insignificant, it the celebration of his coming that is precious. It is the fact that God came as a man to dwell with men and to bring them salvation. Do not fret about dates, but rather glory in the gift.
Immanuel, I AM
Verses for thought: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-21
There will be no new posts until January 1st. May the God of Peace give you a blessed holiday season. Glen