A Diagnosis of Christmas
The best diagnosis of Christmas was given by a doctor nearly 2000 years ago. The physician’s name was Luke and his diagnosis if found in the second chapter of his inspired record, known to us as the Gospel according to Luke. In verse 11, we read the message: “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior which is Christ the Lord.”
Note how clear is the doctor’s diagnosis:
- Unto you… that is personal.
- This day… that is present.
- A Savior… that is precious.
We ought to remember that there is a world of difference though between Christmas and Christ. Millions celebrate the holiday over Christmas and often a mere mockery over Christ. Too often, Christ is cruelly crowded out of the special day which is intended as a day to remember Him. Holiness is hidden underneath a pile of holly. Ther wreath is hung higher than the cross. And worst of all, the precious Savior is too often supplanted by Santa Claus.
Without Christ there can be no true Christmas. Without Him, there is nothing about which to sing, or anything over which to rejoice. Outward merriment too often becomes inward mockery to the starved soul. It is time for all to turn back to the old prescription of Dr. Luke. Let’s meditate on his words:
Unto you… This is a personal message and there should be no evasion or denial. What have you done with the Lord Jesus Christ in your life? Have you received Him?
This day… Yes, this very moment God is offering you the greatest gift of all, His dear Son. “Thanks be to God for His unspeakable gift!” (2 Cor. 9:15)
A Savior… This is Christ, the precious one who went to the cruel cross for us. Because of His grace and atoning death on the cross, all who receive Him become “new creatures in Christ Jesus.” (2 Cor. 5:17)
--Author Unknown