OPINION:
Without Christ, there’s no Christmas. Without salvation, there’s no celebration. Those who celebrate Christmas without these realities may enjoy the season and have a good time, but it will be in vanity.
My first assignment overseas as a young navy lieutenant was in the Middle East. During this time I lived in Egypt, Israel and Jordan; visited Cypress and Syria; and worked in Lebanon for certain periods of time. I was a young Christian, and during my free time I traveled extensively on my own to see what I could see regarding biblical areas.
I came to realize something remarkable about the Bible. In reference to prophetic Scripture, I saw how it was backed up, again and again, by archaeological and historical evidence. Considering that there is no holy book in the world other than the Bible that deals effectively with prophecy, I found the fulfillments supernaturally impressive.
The prophetic fulfillments further confirmed that this was not a pie-in-the-sky book. I came to realize that man records history but God writes it.
I often ask people what’s more important — sincerity or truth? Without question, truth is more important. You can be a sincere suicide bomber, but that doesn’t mean you’re operating in truth.
As the Bible reads: “Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” Make Jesus a reality in your life this Christmas.
MICHAEL IMHOF
Aurora, Ill.
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