The Candace Cameron Bure Podcast Merry Christmas from Candace and Ruth
Dec 23, 2025
In this heartfelt conversation, Candace is joined by Ruth Chou Simons, a talented author and artist known for her faith-based works. They dive deep into the true meaning of Christmas, reflecting on the significance of Jesus as not just a Savior, but also as Lord. Ruth leads a poignant reading from her Advent book, Emmanuel, and shares the importance of joyful submission to Christ's authority. Through Scripture, prayer, and personal anecdotes, they invite listeners to embrace surrender, rediscovering the peace and joy of allowing Jesus to reign in their hearts this season.
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Warm Family Christmas Eve Tradition
- Ruth Chou Simons describes her family's Christmas Eve routine with Beef Wellington and a candlelighting church service.
- They set a formal table, sometimes open one gift, and celebrate quietly before the excitement of Christmas morning.
Luminaria Lighting On Christmas Eve
- Candace and Ruth discuss luminaria as a Southwest Christmas Eve tradition that lights driveways with sand-filled paper bags and candles.
- Candace expresses interest in starting the tradition and asks Ruth to send pictures.
Jesus As Lord Means Sovereign Rule
- Ruth emphasizes that calling Jesus 'Lord' affirms his authority, sovereignty, and rightful rule over our lives.
- She warns that accepting Jesus as Savior but resisting his lordship makes him less than everything to us.