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20 Δεκ 2023 · On that first Christmas night, the Bible tells us about the angel coming to those fearful shepherds and saying, “Fear not, I bring you good news” (Luke 2). This is the true meaning of Christmas—the Good News—that God sent His only Son to Earth to save people from their sins.
3 Αυγ 2024 · The true meaning of Christmas in the Bible centers on the birth of Jesus Christ, who is seen as the Savior and Messiah, fulfilling prophecies and bringing hope, peace, and salvation to humanity (Luke 2:10-11). It emphasizes joy and the divine incarnation, highlighting God’s love and the gift of grace to the world.
While Christmas is so familiar that we sometimes wonder whether anything fresh and true can be said about it, there is a way to explore its meaning that may seem new to us today, yet is in fact quite traditional, dating back to the Middle Ages and the ancient Fathers of the Church.
10 Οκτ 2024 · The meaning of Christmas can vary for different people and cultures, but it is generally celebrated as a Christian holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. For Christians, Christmas is a time to reflect on the significance of Jesus' birth, emphasizing themes of love, peace, and goodwill toward all.
17 Δεκ 2020 · The first is: “Who do you say I am?” The Church proclaims its answer in readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent. The first reading from the Second Book of Samuel testifies to the Church’s belief that God will raise up a Messiah from the descendants of David: “I will raise up your heir after you, sprung from your loins, and I will make ...
6 Δεκ 2021 · It is called The True Meaning of Christmas: The Birth of Jesus and the Origins of the Season, written by Michael Patrick Barber. The father of six and professor of sacred Scripture and theology...
1 Νοε 2021 · A wonderful exploration of many of the traditions of Christmas through a Christian lens, The True Meaning of Christmas is an easy and essential read for the Advent season. Dr. Barber's engaging writing shares new perspectives on familiar traditions – why do we have Christmas trees?
