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O Come, O Come Emmanuel

To open the magazine this year, we are presenting our favorite Christmas carol. No, it’s not “Jingle Bells.” Instead, it is a masterful call to God’s people to rejoicing and faith.

Massacre of the Innocents by Paul Lytle

The massacre of the innocents is not our favorite Christmas story. It doesn’t fit the mood very well. But it is a great reminder of what Christmas is all about, and a great reminder of the war that still being waged, even after the victory is won.

Theology and Christmas Lights by Paul Lytle

Mr. Lytle is a fanatical Christmas light fan, as any friend or family member can tell you. But he becomes all the more so in recent years after an off-hand comment from a friend added a new depth to his annual trek to explore the local neighborhoods for great displays.

The Lord's Day vs. Christmas by Paul Lytle

As happens once or twice every decade, Christmas Day lands on a Sunday this year. Is your home church having services as normal, or taking the day off? Will you be present for corporate worship, or do you have other plans? We explore the theology behind the Lord’s Day to help guide us on what our duty as Christians is on this day.

                    

Cover image: Massacre of the Innocents by Domenico Ghirlandaio, 1486-1490

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