Articles of category "The Christian story of Christmas"

The Christian Xmas story dates back to a few thousand years ago with the birth of a man by the name of Jesus Christ. Jesus was born on or around December twenty-fifth, the day designated yearly as the Christmas holiday. Christians believe that Jesus was sent by God to save the world from its sins, and therefore they celebrate his birthday accordingly. Gifts are given, feasts are prepared, and the Christian Xmas story is shared to remind all why the celebration happens year after year.

Whenever someone complains that the real meaning of Christmas is lost in all of the commercials and store discounts they mean the story of the birth of Jesus. It is true that much of the commercialism glosses over the real story but a fat guy in a red suit sells more merchandise than a prophet in a manger. But it is always a good idea to know the real story behind Christmas.