A Birthday Reminder

Dr. Mark Tolbert, seminary professor and local interim pastor, shared an important truth with his congregation during the Sunday morning service at First Baptist Kenner. As we move full force into the Christmas season, Dr. Tolbert reminded those present just whose birthday we were celebrating. With all the gifts we buy for kids, grand kids, family, and friends, it may seem like its anybodies birthday but the Lord Jesus Christ. Christmas is one of the best times to share our faith but, we too, can get so wrapped up in office parties, shopping, travel, decorating, and yes, even church, that we push Christ into the background and miss opportunities to share the good news of great joy that is for all people. Let's use Christmas (by the way, it is still officially Christmas despite what the ACLU thinks) as a means to share Christ with others. Get involved in a Christmas related ministry (toy giveaway, food for the needy, etc) if your church has one. Organize one if they don't. Have your Sunday School or small group offer free gift wrap at the local mall or shopping center. Get to know your neighbors by bringing them homemade cookies with a note that expresses the true meaning of Christmas. If you're on church staff, choose a Christmas program that will communicate the Gospel and spend more time inviting your community than catering to church members who will come anyway. There are many possibilities and endless opportunities so let's spend our time wisely this Christmas and make known the time when God invaded history and made a way for our salvation.