Pastor G Olu Akeju, Ph.D
Text: Luke 2:1-18.
Introduction: Christmas is not just a time to decorate buildings where Christians meet, it's not just about new clothes or exchange of gifts. Christmas is all about Christ. It doesn't matter if you or your religious organization accept December 25 as the day of His birth or not, what matters is the fact of His birth.
Read through the record of His birth in Matthew or Luke you will discover the true meaning of His birth.
* Christmas is a time of Reflection.
* Christmas is a time of Decision.
* Christmas is a time of Devotion
* Christmas is a time of Direction.
* Christmas is a time of Preparation.
* Christmas is a time of Submission.
* Christmas is a time of Affection.
* Christmas is a time of Proclamation.
* Christmas is a time of Exploration.
* Christmas is a time of Association.
* Christmas is a time of Presentation.
* Christmas is a time of Appreciation.
* Christmas is a time of Verification.
* Christmas is a time of Confirmation.
* Christmas is a time of Actualization.
* Christmas is a time of Demonstration.
* Christmas is a time of Identification.
* Christmas is a time of Projection.
* Christmas is a time of Celebration.
* Christmas is a time of Expectation.
Conclusion: The list of positive meanings of Christmas is endless. Doing Christmas Christ's way is our duty. How about your activities today? Are they the reflection of who Christ is. Merry Christmas to you all. Shalom.
Pastor G Olu Akeju, Ph.D