Merry Xmas

Sometimes this phrase is challenged as taking the Christ out of Christmas. In reality the “X” represents the first letter of the greek word for Christ.

As long as you pronounce the Phrase as “Christmas” instead “ex-mas” I think writing out the shorter version is usually fine.

I’ve found it’s not about the day even either, its about remembering Jesus’ birth.

My family just made the five-hour trip back home today so we could see both sides of the family. It’s become almost tradition to take this unconventional route because, despite the odd timing of the drive, it means we see more people and celebrate more. We get more time to sing Christmas hymns together, pray as a family, and enjoy fellowship, as well as getting into the great outdoors that is God’s creation together.

I think it leads to a better Christmas for my family. It also means we see the value of the season as a whole and not just about a day on the calendar, and of actually remembering the reason for the season.

Now if you’ll excuse me I need to get to my Grandparent’s house for Christmas dinner.

#merrychristmas