Christmas

For you, is Christmas about feelings of expectation and euphoria, followed by feelings of disappointment and despair right afterward?  Or is there something more to be gained from the passing of Christmas Day?

The first few notes of “O Holy Night,” and the Peanuts singing, “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” stir the true spirit of Christmas in our souls. Many of the Christmas Carols that have become part of the tapestry of our every December are woven from the very One who was, is, and always will be.

Here are 10 well-known Christmas carols whose lyrics tell the real meaning of Christmas

From his Christmas Album, Christmas Is Here, here's Danny Gokey give a stirring live acoustic performance of "O Holy Night"

Five-time GRAMMY-nominated Brandon Heath and chart-topper Tasha Layton collaborate to create a tender worshipful Christmas song, titled “God Made A Way.”

Watch the music video here....

What’s a Christian to do with Santa Claus? While everyone has an opinion about the subject, the real question is, what are we focusing on at Christmas time?

Here's some wise perspective for you. 

Between navigating stores, searching for items online, inevitable delays and last-minute requests, shopping for the holidays can make the most wonderful time of the year one of the most stressful times as well.

Reduce that stress and avoid overspending on gifts with these money-saving tips!

Italian Christmas Bread, or Panettone (translates as "big bread"), is as traditional a Christmas recipe to Italians and Italian-Americans as Thanksgiving turkey is to Americans.!

If you are a newcomer, your first bite may seem uneventful, as the holiday treat is only mildly sweet. But you will find yourself going back for bite after bite

Lauren Daigle ("You Say", "Thank God I Do") takes us behind the scenes and in the recording studio as she put together her first Christmas Album.  Behold takes some of Lauren's New Orleans roots and becomes a Cajun-style gumbo blend of holiday tunes.

Let’s toss out the glossy trappings of the magazine spreads and follow God’s example of making sending love the core of the holiday!  Here are some important relationship principles using the letters of C.H.R.I.S.T.M.A.S.! to help you...

Christmas comes just a little early, as we bring you a sneak preview music video from Chris Tomlin's Christmas album, titled, Adore.  This track is called, "He Shall Reign".

The dreary, gray days of winter is a great time to up the date nights and keep the flame alive in your relationship.

Here are some great ideas for winter dates....

 We The Kingdom (Ed Cash, Scott Cash, Franni Rae Cash, Martin Cash and Andrew Bergthold) shares some insight into their Christmas single titled “Light Of The World (Sing Hallelujah).”

Watch the music video here!

When the shepherds came to the manger and told everyone about the supernatural announcement of Christ’s birth, there were two distinct reactions – “Wonder” and “Ponder”.  Those in attendance wondered at what the shepherds said, but Mary pondered what they said in her heart.

So how about you?  Are you a “wonderer” or a “ponderer”? 

Reflect on the Christmas season with this sweet stirring song by Francesca Battistelli; relating the birth of Jesus through the eyes of Mary.

Danny Gokey has released another music video in support of his Christmas album, The Greatest Gift:  A Christmas Collection.

Here's Danny's fresh treatment of the classic, "Angels We Have Heard on High"....

In a sweet act of kindness, students put up Christmas decorations to help a woman struggling with health problems.  It was captured on local news - take a look!

When you've written hallmark songs like, "Lord I Need You", "Because He Lives", and "Christ is Risen" that the church worldwide sings, how does Matt Maher top that?  Why, by singing good old-fashioned Christmas songs!

Matt goes fun and fancy with his jazz-infused rendition of "Jingle Bells"!

What is it about Christmas music that just accentuates the holiday as a whole?  How is it that strangers can come together and find both hope and community around Christmas music?  This PBS feature explores the attraction Christmas music has for us, and how its phrases and lyrics give us hope.

Featuring Amy Grant, and music from Chris Tomlin and others.

The holiday season is often a hectic time—whether it's visiting family and friends, buying gifts, eating food, and so forth. There's so much to do that we get caught up in the hustle of things and fail to slow down and spend quality time with God. 

So what can we do? How can we hear God during these loud holiday seasons? Here are some points to consider and apply if you want to hear God this season.

From family and friends to teachers and coaches, finding the perfect present for everyone on your list can be a daunting task. But with a little creativity, you can find a great gift without breaking your budget.