Thinking Christianly #28 – Christmas, Advent, and Living in Light of the Incarnation
Dec 18, 2023
51:39
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