#28 – Christmas, Advent, and Living in Light of the Incarnation

J.P., Stan, and Jordan discuss engaging the Christmas story as thinking Christians and ways to live in light of the hope that the Incarnation brings.

In this podcast we discuss:

• How does the humility of God bring wonder and awe to this season?
• What does the quiet nature of Christ’s coming reveal about God’s character?
• In what ways can we attempt to reclaim the season from consumer culture?
• How should Christians handle “Happy Holidays” vs. “Merry Christmas” conversations?
• What is a “redemptive analogy” and how can looking for them help bridge cultural and relational divides?
• What are the practical implications of the Christmas Story?

Resources and References:

• Fun facts about “Hark the Harold Angels Sing”
• Dallas Willard – God Wants to Be Seen
• The Bible Project – Advent Season: What is it, and How is it Celebrated?
• Movie – The Prince of Egypt
• Don Richardson, Peace Child
• Bobby Gross, Living the Christian Year: Time to Inhabit the Story of God
• Stan Wallace, “Christmas – The Day Jesus Moved into the Neighborhood”
• Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Christmas Bells