Simplifying the Truth
In this final post about Christmas Characters, I take a look at perhaps the most unexpected visitors that Mary and Joseph could have expected. The Shepherds and Magi (or Wise Men). What can we learn about these characters today?
Mary and Joseph. The parents of Jesus. Of all the characters of Christmas, I think these are two of first ones we think of and probably talk about the most – apart from Jesus. But don’t tune me out thinking you’ve heard it all before. You might be surprised what you learn.
Welcome to part 2 in my series Christmas Characters. Today I’m exploring the characters of Simeon and Anna. If you’re not sure who they are or how they relate to the Christmas story, just keep on reading!
Who were Zechariah and Elizabeth in the Christmas story? All people really talk about is that they were John the Baptist’s parents. But is there more to know? And what do they bring to the table that we can pick out and learn from?
The Star of Bethlehem features prominently in the Christmas story. And people have been trying to identify what kind of phenomenon it was for centuries. Is there a natural explanation? Supernatural? In this post, I cover both options.