The Birth of Jesus at Christmas: Revive Your Spirit

A special and unique date that brings us together in communion with family. It is an opportune moment to forgive and understand that this event is a miracle.

The word Christmas comes from the Latin "Nativitatem," meaning "birth." From the same root comes the word "Nativity," which means "birth." Thus, both terms are used to refer to the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem, which means "place where bread is born."

"He, being in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped" Philippians 2:6

The exact date of our Savior's birth was unknown, and it was difficult to assign an appropriate time until the Roman tradition, which aligned with the "sol Invicti against the darkness," was adopted, celebrated on December 25th. Our Lord enters earthly life, and the birth of the Savior marks a before and after in the development of the Holy Spirit.

We find a unique description of this moment in Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:1-20, Isaiah 7:14, 9:6. They tell us that the child born that night was a miracle of God's creation. With a pre-existing mantle in the heavenly realm, the creator revealed himself to humans so they could worship him and learn from Faith.

Christmas holds a biblical significance that transcends the current meaning of the festivities celebrated worldwide. Do you really know what it means?

The arrival of a new life anywhere signifies pure love. Giving and receiving it, without doubt, this new creature needs us, and we will learn and incorporate this feeling into our hearts. In this particular case, it is the appearance of God's love on Earth. "But made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness." Philippians 2:7-8

This celebration should bring us together and allow us to receive the blessings of the Heavenly Father. Upholding family traditions, remembering that "Suddenly, a multitude of heavenly beings appeared alongside the shepherds, praising God with these words: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men." Luke 2:13-14.

The youngest, eager for gifts and sweets, should be the ones to embrace the true value of the celebration. Taking advantage of the communal space to give thanks for the fraternal union, placing the value of the Holy Spirit in prayer. "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given." Isaiah 9:5-6.

Rethinking the Celebration Today

Assigning an indispensable value in the life of the community, the birth of Jesus has today become something that does not align with the simple and discreet ceremony that took place in Bethlehem on that miraculous night. Over time, it has evolved into a celebration colored by sales and purchasing obligations that completely distort the importance of Jesus' arrival on Earth.

Most families gather to celebrate by eating and exchanging fleeting and meaningless gifts. It would be interesting to consider in this new celebration the real reasons that unite us with the Lord and lead us toward his path of Salvation.