What does Bible say about Christmas?
Christmas Is Not Supported By Scripture One of the first things you will notice when studying Scripture is that the word “Christmas” is not mentioned in any verse, chapter, or book of the Bible. None of Jesus’ disciples, nor any of His apostles attempted to celebrate the miraculous birth of our Lord and Savior.
What does the Christmas tree symbolize?
It is believed that the first known Christmas tree that was brought inside and decorated was during the 16th century by a man called Martin Luther. The Christmas tree represents Jesus and the light he brings to the world, for Christians.
What does Maesse mean?
The word Christmas has its origin from the old English term Cristes Maesse, meaning “Christ’s Mass.” It comes from a Greek word that means “Anointed One” (the Hebrew word is “Messiah” — a term that Old Testament prophets used to describe the coming Savior).
What do you think the true meaning of Christmas is?
Most people can tell you the origins of Christmas—that it’s a remembrance of the birth of Christ. But either that’s the extent of their knowledge or they lose sight of this in the busyness of the holiday.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Christmas?
Christmas is a time of spiritual reflection on the important foundations of the Christian faith. It’s also a celebration. It’s when Christians celebrate God’s love for the world through the birth of the Christ child: Jesus. The Bible tells of his birth hundreds of years before, fulfilling prophecies. The Christmas story is recorded in Luke 2:4-19.
When do you know it’s Christmas time?
When fall has given way to winter and snow covers the ground while lights twinkle from house to house, you know Christmas is coming. Decorated Christmas trees are everywhere you look. Presents crowd for space under the tree and families come together for a turkey feast.