
Guess Who's Coming to Christmas
December 17, 2023
Tensions and conflicts with family members and others can prevent Christmas from being a God-honoring holiday
CAN YOU HONOR THE LORD IF YOU DON’T GET ALONG WITH FAMILY MEMBERS?
Yes, but it is not easy to do so (1 John 2:9; 3:14-15; 4:20-21)
It is important to seek reconciliation (Matthew 5:23-24; Romans 12:18)
PRACTICAL WAYS TO IMPROVE RELATIONSHIPS
Get rid of bitterness (Ephesians 4:31-32)
Be willing to apologize
Accept differences
Focus on praying for others (James 5:19-20)
Look at things from the other person’s perspective (Philippians 2:4)
Sharing the magnificent love of Jesus with others will help make Christmas a God-honoring and joyous season