Apostolic Life in the 21st Century Was Jesus Born on December 25th?
Dec 22, 2025
Is Christ's birth truly on December 25? Dr. David K. Bernard dives into this intriguing debate, examining historical and biblical evidence. He discusses the Christian liberty to celebrate dates and the uncertainties surrounding December 25, including pagan origins and shepherds' sightings. A compelling rationale links Zechariah's temple service to a December birth, yet Bernard emphasizes that the exact date is secondary to the importance of celebrating Christ's arrival. It's a thought-provoking exploration of faith and tradition!
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Respect Christian Liberty On Observing Days
- Do exercise Christian liberty regarding observing Christmas and let each person be fully convinced in their own mind.
- Avoid judging fellow believers for observing or not observing the day, following David K. Bernard's appeal to Romans 14:5-6,10.
Personal Memory Of Christmas As Witness
- David K. Bernard recalls growing up in a non-Christian country where believers used Christmas as a meaningful witness and special service.
- He says that public recognition of the season creates evangelistic opportunities even when surrounding culture misuses the holiday.
No Definite Historical Birth Date
- We cannot know Jesus' exact birth date because no absolute historical record exists.
- David K. Bernard emphasizes that the lack of proof makes the specific date ultimately unimportant for faith and practice.