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Keeping Christ in Christmas

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  https://www.uncommen.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Would-Jesus-Recognize-Your-Christmas.mp3 Every December, something subtle happens in Christian homes. Decorations go up. Schedules fill fast. Spending increases. Stress creeps in. And somewhere in the middle of all the activity, Jesus can quietly move from the center to the edges. Most Christian men would say they believe Christmas is about Christ. Yet belief and practice do not always line up. The real question is not what we say Christmas means, but what our lives show. Keeping Christ in Christmas starts with an honest look at how we spend our time, money, attention, and spiritual energy during this season. If Jesus walked into our homes in December, would He recognize what we are celebrating? Luke 2:10–11 tells us exactly what Christmas is about. “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.” That announcement did not come with shopping lists, packed calendars, or pressure to perform. It came with worship, awe, and obedience. The farther we drift from that truth, the harder keeping Christ in Christmas becomes. The Lie That Keeps Men Spiritually Confirmed One of the most dangerous lies men believe during the holidays is that they are too busy for God. Too busy to prayToo busy to open ScriptureToo busy to lead spirituallyToo busy to slow down Busyness feels responsible. It even feels necessary. But spiritually, it creates distance. The enemy does not need men to reject Christ outright. He only needs them distracted enough to stay silent. When fathers stay spiritually quiet, culture fills the gap. When husbands avoid leading, the world becomes the teacher. This is why keeping Christ in Christmas is not a small decision. It is an act of leadership. Men often underestimate how much influence they carry in their homes. Your kids notice what matters to you. Your wife notices what you prioritize. Christmas magnifies those patterns. When Christmas Becomes Item Driven Modern Christmas culture trains us to think in terms of transactions. Sales. Deals. Lists. Deadlines. The season becomes measured by what is bought instead of what is remembered. Black Friday turns into Black Friday month. Online deals never stop. The pressure to keep up feels constant. None of that is neutral. It shapes our hearts. Keeping Christ in Christmas requires recognizing when traditions have turned into idols. Tradition itself is not the problem. The problem comes when tradition replaces worship. Shopping is not evil. Decorations are not sinful. Movies and lights are not wrong. But when they crowd out Scripture, prayer, and reflection, the focus has shifted. Ask yourself one honest question.Does my Christmas calendar leave room for Jesus, or does He only fit in if nothing else gets in the way? Why Silence from Men Matters Many men feel unqualified to lead spiritually. They worry about saying the wrong thing. They fear sounding awkward. Some feel behind in their faith. Others assume their wife is better at spiritual matters. So they stay quiet. Silence feels safer than leading poorly. But silence still leads. It leads away from Christ. Keeping Christ in Christmas does not require a theology degree. It requires presence and humility. Small actions carry weight when they are consistent. Reading Scripture togetherPraying before bedAttending a candlelight serviceTalking about why Jesus came When a father leads even imperfectly, it sets a direction. When he stays silent, something else takes the wheel. Christmas Is About Worship, Not Escape Many people treat Christmas as an escape from reality. Movies become background noise. Travel becomes avoidance. Entertainment fills every gap. But Christmas was never meant to distract us from reality. It was meant to confront it. The birth of Christ reminds us that we are sinners in need of a Savior. That truth is uncomfortable. It forces reflection. It requires humility. Keeping Christ in Christmas means allowing space for that discomfort. It means slowing down long enough to remember why Jesus came in the first place. He came because we could not save ourselves.He came because darkness needed light.He came because grace was necessary. Avoiding that reality might feel easier, but it robs Christmas of its power. Scripture Recenters the Season Luke 2 does not describe a polished celebration. It describes shepherds, fear, obedience, and worship. The shepherds did not rush back to busy lives after hearing the angel. They went to see Jesus. That response matters. Keeping Christ in Christmas means responding, not just acknowledging. It means acting on what we believe. Scripture grounds us when emotions and schedules pull us in every direction. Reading even a few verses each day can reshape the season. You do not need a complex plan. You need consistency. Read Luke 2Read Matthew 1Read Isaiah 9 Let the Word speak before the ...
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