St. Luke's OKC Sermons Christmas Eve Message - Dr. Bob Long - December 24, 2023
Dec 24, 2023
A heartfelt tribute honors Frank Borman and the Apollo 8 mission, illustrating humanity's spirit of resilience. The reflections from lunar orbit in 1968, featuring a Scripture broadcast, foster hope and togetherness. Love's transformative power is emphasized through the Christmas story and a personal journey of change. The universal invitation of God's love resonates, while Reginald Fessenden's pioneering wireless transmission marks a milestone in communication, blending innovation with holiday spirit.
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Apollo 8's Christmas Eve Mission
- Frank Borman, Jim Lovell, and Bill Anders were the crew of Apollo 8.
- On Christmas Eve 1968, they became the first humans to orbit the moon.
Genesis Reading from Space
- The Apollo 8 crew decided to read from the Book of Genesis during their Christmas Eve broadcast.
- This broadcast, witnessed by an estimated billion people, was a powerful moment in history.
Earth's Fragility
- Photos of Earth from space, taken by Apollo 8, sparked the environmental movement.
- This new perspective emphasized Earth's unique beauty and fragility, inspiring action.