7 Facts You May Not Know about the Christmas Story
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Although it is a wonderful time of the year to remember and honor the birth of our Savior, Jesus was in fact not even born in the month of December. His birthday is not specified in Scripture, but there are clues based on the time of year and the connection with the birth of John the Baptist as to when he was likely born.
Matthew tells the genealogical account and history (Matthew 1-2).
Mark shares the message of repentance and is heavier on John the Baptist (Mark 1).
Luke gives the most details of the actual story (Luke 1).
John ties in the reconciliation from the beginning with God (John 1).
Jesus is identified in many ways throughout the Scriptures surrounding His birth. In fact, there are 16 names that we can learn about according to Mike Nappa from Crosswalk.
1. Messiah/Christ
2. Jesus
3. Immanuel
4. King of the Jews
5. Ruler
6. Shepherd
7. Nazarene
8. Son of the Most High/Son of God
9. Holy One
10. Lord
11. Savior
12. Consolation of Israel
13. Salvation
14. Light for Revelation to the Gentiles
15. Glory of Israel
16. Sing that will be spoken against
Just the sheer awe that the awaited Messiah had finally arrived led people into worship of Him. Jesus was simply a baby, and yet so many people were amazed at His glory. We serve such a big God and He is worthy. As we learn fun facts about His birth story, may we be more prone to press into the worship and honor of Him this Christmas season.
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