The Worst Christmas Gift Givers

Townhall.com ^ | December 28, 2010 | Andrew Tallman

[Gilbo_3]

Not to mention that the Gospel, defined, is the Resurrection, not the birth. But the Resurrection couldn’t have happened without the birth, so I’m fine with anything that will get people into the Word for a day or two.

I'll bump that...

the 'concensus' date doesnt really rub me wrong tho for the same reason...

the humility to be born into the human world, puttin the crown on hold, is amazing, to say the least...

[Reddy]

The article was good.

Many Christians are beginning to rethink the celebration of Christmas for various reasons. Commercialism/incorrect, unverifiable date of Christ’s birth/not a Biblical holy day, etc.

The author asks that we just leave people alone and let them celebrate Christmas.

And that we not judge other Christians who DO celebrate Christmas.

[Grizzled Bear]

I think it’s the same with the story of Jesus, except taken to the limit. Death of a man and His rebirth. That idea would appeal to many people, and no other religion can trump having a man come back to life.

Do you believe that Jesus was God incarnate, and died to pay for our sins and rose to grant us eternal life?

A simple "Yes" or "No" is sufficient.

[Quix]

ABSOLUTELY YES INDEEDY.

[Quix]

HOWEVER . . . Nevertheless . . .

I still greatly enjoyed walking down Taipei streets . . .

and even attending events in Mainland China . . .

and hearing prcious carols glorifying THE PRINCE OF PEACE and His condescension of coming for me.

[lastchance]

With my entire being. Jesus is the Truth that all other truths must be measured against. Even facts fail if they do not reflect the great Truth of Jesus is Lord.

[stuartcr]

No.

[Grizzled Bear]

Thank you for your candor. If Jesus is not who he said he is, who is he?

[stuartcr]

You asked for a simple yes or no, so I answered. This should answer your last.

It would be more accurate for me to have said the following though;

I do not know if Jesus was/is God incarnate-
I do not know if any sins are paid for by His death-
I do not believe a man has risen from the dead-

I will add that I believe God made us each the way He wants us, including our religious beliefs. I believe He has a plan for all and everyone, and that His will is done, regardless of how it looks to us humans.