Christmas Spirit
This is the true “main person” of the Christmas season for Christians.
Who is Jesus
In Luke 2:10–11 the angel said Jesus’ birth was “good news of great” this.
What is Joy
True or false: The Bible clearly commands, “You must celebrate Christmas on December 25.”
What is false?
We give gifts at Christmas to remind us of God’s greatest gift, who is this Person.
Who is Jesus
Holding the door, sharing a snack, or writing a kind note are simple “intentional acts” of this.
What is kindness?
The Christmas spirit is not about getting lots of stuff. It is about this joyful feeling rooted in Jesus.
What is joy in Christ?
John 3:16 says God so loved the world that He did this with His only Son.
What is sent or gave Him?
One reason some Christians do not celebrate Christmas is that some customs may have roots in these old non Christian religions.
What is pagan religions or paganism?
Christmas lights can remind us that Jesus is the “Light of the world.”
What is the Light who came into our darkness?
Reading Luke 2, praying, and singing to Jesus are ways to do this during the Christmas season.
What is worship or devotion to Jesus?
Secretly giving money to a family in need and inviting a lonely neighbor to dinner are both examples of this kind of heart.
What is kindness or love?
This verse teaches “whatever you do, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,” even at Christmas.
What is Colossians 3:17?
One reason some Christians do celebrate Christmas is that it gives them a clear chance to do this with unbelievers.
What is share or talk about Jesus / the gospel?
A star on top of the tree can remind us of the star from this town where Jesus was born.
What is Bethlehem?
When you stop being grumpy and choose to forgive a friend or family member, you are showing this part of the Christmas spirit.
What is forgiveness or grace?
Complaining about your presents and bragging about your decorations show the opposite of this humble attitude.
What is humility?
Romans 14 says some people treat one day as special and others treat all days the same. This shows Christmas is this kind of issue, not a command.
What is a conscience issue?
When Christians disagree about Christmas, they should remember James 1:5 and do this instead of judging each other.
What is ask God for wisdom?
An evergreen tree that stays green all year can remind us of this gift Jesus gives that never ends.
What is eternal life?
Spending slow, meaningful time with your family instead of rushing around is one way to obey God in this area.
What is loving your family / honoring your family?
One straightforward way to define the Christmas spirit is “joyful worship of Jesus shown in love, kindness, generosity, and this attitude toward others who differ.”
What is grace (or patience with others)?
1 John 5:21 warns us to keep away from these, which can include greed and loving gifts more than
What are idols?
Finish this idea: “There is no command to celebrate Christmas and no command to avoid it. So Christians must honor Christ and show this toward others who choose differently.”
What is love and grace?
Bells, candles, stars, angels, and beauty can all be used to point to this big truth: that God did this instead of staying far away in heaven.
What is came down to rescue us in Jesus?
Finish the idea: “For a Christian, the Christmas spirit is not just about feelings. It shows up in our hearts, our actions, and these.”
What are our words?