Last Updated on December 12, 2021 by Pastor Ikechukwu Chinedum
Christmas is no doubt the biggest event in the world. December 25 is the most celebrated date in the entire year. While we go out in preparation for this great day as individuals and families, we need to know the essence of the celebration. That’s why we will be explaining the 5 Christmas traditions every Christian family must follow.
In different countries of the world, the celebration of Christmas lay more focus on food. Whereas, it is more than eating together as a family. The essence of Christmas is to remind us of the undying love of the Father, giving us Jesus Christ. John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
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Christmas is dedicated to the celebration of Christ’s birth. It should remind us of His life and mission here on earth. God could have sent Christ to come into the world as a spirit but He chose to send Him here as human just like us. In the same vein, Christ went through pain and agony. He was subjected to the temptations of the enemies, he was ridiculed, taken, and killed. These are some of the essences of the Christmas celebration.
In essence, Christmas reminds us of the love of the Father. And it teaches us to love other people. So, instead of following the norms every year, you can follow these traditions to celebrate this Christmas as a Christian family.
5 Christmas Traditions Every Christian Family Must Follow
Get Your Family Together and Pray
The first thing you should do on Christmas day is gathering your family together and pray to God. Thank God for giving Jesus Christ to the world to die for the sin of human. If Christ has not come to the world, the human race would have been in jeopardy. This is one of the reasons why before anything on Christmas day gather your family and pray, thank God immensely for the gift of Christ Jesus to the world.
Make it a habit every Christmas morning to thank God together as a family. Although many churches host Christmas day services. Nevertheless, the gathering of the brethren should not replace your family gathering. Think of it that Christ came to the world for your family alone and be grateful to God the Father for that grace.
Jesus Christ is the greatest gift of God to mankind. Every Christmas should remind us of the undying love of the father to us. Before you start the day’s business, get your family together and thank God together.
See A Movie That Teaches About Jesus
Sometimes the best way to reflect on the life of Jesus is through movies. There are so many movies out that teach the story of Jesus in full.
For instance, Passion of Christ is a good movie to see on Christmas day. As parents, it is not good enough that you see the movie alone. Ensure your children also see the movie. It teaches the undiluted lessons of Jesus life and death. Nothing is better than knowing Christ during Christmas. The celebration should not just be about eating and having fun alone, it should also be about learning about the one we are celebrating.
There are so many Christian movies that teach us about the life of Jesus. Your children need this teaching even more than you. They need to understand the man Christ was and His mission here on earth. Exposing them to this type of content from this tender age means they will grow up with it and this knowledge will not be taken away from them.
For instance, Passion of Christ explains the entire life of Jesus Christ. Also, several home movies teach us about the power of Jesus. Make it a family tradition, after the day’s business, ensure you see a Christian movie together with your family.
Decorate The House
Everybody knows that the color of Christmas is White and Red. These two colors have a significant interpretation in the realm of the spirit. White signifies purity and Red portrays the blood of Christ. These two colors are commonly used during Christmas. The blood of Christ that flows on the cross of Calvary speaks volumes of the love of God for man race. The blood of Christ is used as bait to birth the salvation and redemption of mankind.
During Christmas, endeavor to decorate your house with these colors. Use the white to signify purity from sin and iniquity and red for love. In the same vein show love to other people.
Invest More In Charity
No happiness surpasses making other people happy. While you celebrate Christmas with food, drinks, and gift, there are so many people on the street who don’t have anything to eat. There are so many families with no hope for Christmas. You can make this Christmas special by being the reason why someone could laugh again.
The tenet of Christ’s mission on earth is built on love and charity. Take a portion of your food and things to the orphanage, take some things to the destitute. When you do this, ensure you take your kids along. It is a practical way to teach children how to love and help other people. Don’t just sit at home and consume everything, do some charity work this Christmas.
Share Gift
You don’t have to wait till boxing day before you share a gift. Make a habit of distributing gifts to people during this auspicious day. Ensure you inculcate this habit in your kids too. This helps you build a Godly family. Let your kids share gifts among themselves as you share gifts with other families of God.
Conclusively, Christmas is more than the normal jamboree we witness yearly. We are Christians. Men and women were built in the image of God, possessing the attributes of Christ Jesus. We should not just celebrate Christmas, it should be impactful. It should teach our children about Christ Jesus and train them to become better Christians in nearest future.
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