J.P., Stan, and Jordan discuss engaging the Christmas story as thinking Christians and ways to live in light of the hope that the Incarnation brings.

In this podcast we discuss:

• How does the humility of God bring wonder and awe to this season?
  
• What does the quiet nature of Christ’s coming reveal about God’s character?
  
• In what ways can we attempt to reclaim the season from consumer culture?
  
• How should Christians handle “Happy Holidays” vs. “Merry Christmas” conversations?
  
• What is a “redemptive analogy” and how can looking for them help bridge cultural and relational divides?
  
• What are the practical implications of the Christmas Story?
  

Resources and References:

• Fun facts about “Hark the Harold Angels Sing”
  
• Dallas Willard – God Wants to Be Seen
  
• The Bible Project – Advent Season: What is it, and How is it Celebrated?
  
• Movie – The Prince of Egypt
  
• Don Richardson, Peace Child
  
• Bobby Gross, Living the Christian Year: Time to Inhabit the Story of God
  
• Stan Wallace, “Christmas – The Day Jesus Moved into the Neighborhood”
  
• Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Christmas Bells