Advent: Remembering Christ in Christmas

Though the festivities and holiday cheer can invoke feelings of warmth and joy, forgetting the “Christ” in Christmas means missing out on what this day is truly about. It is about a story of an all-powerful God losing his autonomy by becoming human so that He could understand our struggles and pains, and ultimately give the gift of Himself on our behalf. To honor Jesus’ sacrifice during the holiday season is to remember that this story of hope is for all of us who need to experience the true love, joy, and peace that comes from God during these difficult times.