Recapturing the Wonders of christmas
Foreword
One has become very conscious of a need in the Christian book world
of a general introduction to and explanation of the subject of
Christmas. A faithful presentation of the Incarnation of our Saviour,
Jesus Christ, is the need of the hour.
The trend in our current society is to celebrate and remove all
reference to any religious, let alone Biblical basis to Christmas.
'Goodness, they are bringing religion into Christmas&ldots; What
next?' is a common feeling of a busy shopper on seeing a nativity
scene in a shopping centre. This precious and warm celebration has
become increasingly secular over the years. Few would deny that
materialism has taken over almost completely.
The chapters which follow in this book seek to counter the current
trend. They explain and inform the reader as to the true meaning of
Christmas and explore the different aspects we have come to believe
and know about Christmas as committed Christians.
Whilst this book is definitely seasonal, its message is also eternal,
for the purpose of the incarnation is eternal. 'You shall call His
name Jesus, for He shall save His people from their sins.' The Good
News underlying Christmas is that when the Christmas experience
actually happens in us, and the living Lord Jesus is known in our
hearts, then the Christmas joy is not just seasonal but everlasting.
'Veiled in flesh the Godhead see
Hail, the Incarnate Deity.'
Charles
Wesley
May this little book remind us of the eternal truths and lasting joys
underlying Christmas.
Rev Mark Pearce
Saltmead Presbyterian Church
Cardiff.