Light of Christmas (more than a big candle)
When Christ entered our world, he didn't come to brighten our Decembers, but to transform our lives. ~Rich Miller Click To Tweet
Lights are a significant part of Christmas decorating in many homes. From those strung around the house and trees to flickering candles. And don’t forget the illuminated outside scene.
There are brilliant colored ones and stark white ones. Twinkling ones and chasing ones. Candles in windows and “stars” illuminating the manger where baby Jesus will once again lie on Christmas morning.
It’s hard to imagine a Christmas without extra lights. They help brighten the season.
The Light of Christmas
But if that’s all the lights at Christmas remind us of—a brightening—then the darkness will again overwhelm come January 2. Candles will be extinguished and strands unplugged and coiled for next year. Our hearts will grow cold, and life will shrink to survival.
No, the lights at Christmas need to remind us of a profound mystery. A mystery stretching way back to the beginning of time.
The lights at Christmas need to remind us of the Light of Christmas.
The lights at Christmas need to remind us of the Light of Christmas. Click To Tweet
That’s a Light that does indeed brighten December … and every day of the year.
But the Father sent His Son to earth to be much more than just a really big candle.
The Light of Christmas is a Savior who came to offer hope.
The Light of Christmas is the Son who through His willingness to leave His throne, take on our flesh, and die for our sins illuminates the way to the Father.
The Light of Christmas brings life to souls dead in the blackness of their sins.
The Light of Christmas brings life to souls dead in the blackness of their sins. Click To Tweet
Now that’s a reason to celebrate!
Then Jesus spoke to them again: “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows Me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12)
Reflections: What’s a favorite tradition you incorporate during the Christmas season to be reminded of the Light of Christmas?
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By His grace ≈
Julie
Find hope in your real-life struggles. We'll chase it together! I am a wife; mom of 4 (including a young adult daughter with special needs); miscarriage mom of 5; author & follower of Jesus Christ. I write, edit, speak and enjoy everything outdoors.
Love the quote! May you have a most blessed Christmas!
Thank you. Christmas blessings to you as well for the whole year through!
Great post Julie you have captured the heart of Christmas well.
I am so grateful that the Light of Christ has transformed my life! Thanks for sharing this post!
Singing praises with you, Alida!
Thank you Julie! This is a honest and nice blog. It touches me and helps me to keep myself focused on Jesus Christ. https://kostbaar.blogspot.nl/
Grateful you are blessed by my words, Aritha.