WHY GIVE CHRISTMAS BACK

by Holley Gerth

A child once asked, “If Christmas is Jesus’ birthday, why do we get all the gifts?” In the midst of the busyness of the season, many of us may have asked ourselves the same question. Are all the presents we receive and the gifts we exchange really a reflection of God?

TAKE THE SHARING CHRISTMAS CHALLENGE

With JITG Stickers...

Every time we give, it is a reminder of all God has given to us through His Son Jesus. Use these stickers to share that message with those around you and show them you care this Christmas.

We are encouraging you to connect the motivation of the gift to the glory of the eternal Gift Giver. It is not preachy, it is not trivial, and it is not difficult.

WHY DECORATE WITH MEANING

by Jeanne Winters

Ah! Christmas! A red-nosed reindeer, magical elves, and, of course, a jolly old man in a red suit! Er, wait a minute, is THAT Christmas??? What about the birth of our Saviour, 2,000 years ago, sent by God in heaven to redeem us from our sins and offer us the gift of eternal life with Him?