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It is so easy to fall into a judgmental attitude regarding Christmas services and events. As a believer, though, this is a vital time of outreach and considering those around us to witness to and include.

Make the most of your church's one shot to connect with the unchurched this Christmas with five ways that leave a lasting impact.

The Christmas tree is a wonderful and historic tradition that we don our homes with every Christmas to fill us with spirit and to lay our gifts underneath. However, it is the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on the very first Christmas that we celebrate.

You’re allowed to grieve and still celebrate. Discover how God’s presence meets you in pain and why hope is never out of reach, especially at Christmas.

It can be shocking to realize that some of our favorite Christmas songs aren’t biblically accurate. Here are five popular Christmas songs with bad theology.

Navigate holiday stress with divine peace, patience, and joy through simple, powerful prayers. Discover how to lean on God for strength and experience the true spirit of the season, even amidst chaos and perfectionism. Unlock a restful and joyful Christmas by connecting with His unwavering presence.

A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, a new holiday film from Disney+, follows the Jonas Brothers' humorous and heartfelt journey home for the holidays, mirroring themes of family, faith, and finding joy. This nostalgic film offers a unique opportunity to reflect on our own spiritual journeys and the profound longing to return home to the heart of God this Christmas season.

Nigeria is experiencing a worsening crisis for Christians, with record levels of violence and the US designating it a Country of Particular Concern. Discover the alarming statistics, the extremist groups responsible, and why this critical situation is largely overlooked by global media.

Youth should be encouraged to engage with new believers, seekers, and nonbelievers. It's vital not to put themselves in a bubble with other Christians. Jesus gave us The Great Commission to reach those that have yet to be found. Here are 5 mistakes to avoid that may be turning others away.

As Christian counselors, pastors and people helpers we often have a hard time discerning between an evil heart and an ordinary sinner who messes up, who isn’t perfect, and full of weakness and sin. I think one of the reasons we don’t “see” evil is because we find it so difficult to believe that evil individuals actually exist.

Uncover the inspiring stories behind Santa Claus, the Christmas tree, carols, and the Nativity scene that add profound meaning to this beloved holiday.

If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.

Family dynamics present constant challenges, particularly during the holidays, when everyone is expected to gather together. Couples can get pulled in different directions by family pressures and sometimes by their own spouses. The stress can pile on, causing your marriage to fray in the smallest ways. What can you do? Here are some ways to keep your marriage strong amidst holiday family drama.

The holidays often bring out the best—and worst—in people, including relatives and close friends. While most of us look forward to spending extensive time with our families, sometimes, there's someone in that circle who's toxic to you or your spouse. Whether or not you have children, shielding your marriage from toxicity during the holidays is important. Let's first focus on why a husband and wife should be a united front in this and other matters—because that's how God created marriage.

T. S. Eliot's "The Cultivation of Christmas Trees" offers profound reflections on approaching Christmas with childlike wonder and expectant joy, urging us to move beyond commercialism and tedium.