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Neither Greedy Nor Gnostic
We see at this time of year clearly that without Christ, things fly apart, but in Him they hold together. Look at the secular Christmas observances. There are cultural forces pushing you to indulge yourself like an oriental despot. And … Continue reading
Proclaim His Death at Christmas
By this bread and wine, so say the words of institution, we proclaim Christ’s death until he comes. But it’s not just Christ’s death that we’re proclaiming, it’s our own as well, and the death of the whole world. We’re … Continue reading
Against Sentimentality
I like to imagine Christmas as the last truly great fortress of Christendom. Pretty much every other Christian thing that had any actual cultural significance has been eroded or compromised or tainted, but I imagine the devils absolutely dreading the … Continue reading
“Here I am. Eat me.”
Jesus was born in Breadtown, and He was laid in a feeding trough, as if to say, “Here I am. Eat me.” Later when He sees the multitudes who have followed Him into the wilderness, He has compassion on them … Continue reading
A Christmas Catechism
Q. 1 When do we celebrate Christmas? A. We celebrate Christmas at the darkest time of year, because God’s stories are full of resurrection. Q. 2 What is Advent? A. Advent is the four weeks before Christmas which represent the … Continue reading
Of Shoes and Ships 