How to Have a Fulfilling Christmas (Luke 1:46-55)
Luke 1:46-55
The most important means of celebrating ‘Christmas’ is not giving gifts to one another; it is attempting to express our awe and humble gratitude for God’s inexpressible gift, through singing.
- Singing exists because some realities are too wonderful for God-conscious beings to know and merely talk about.
Genesis 2:23 // Exodus 15:1-2 // 1 Samuel 2:1 // Romans 11:33-36
- Because Christians know God, there are endless opportunities to sing about His glorious character and works.
Psalm 47:6-7, 66:2, 147:1
- Upon hearing the news of God’s merciful provision of the promised Savior, Mary and the multitude of angels alike burst forth in song. We should too!
Luke 2:10-14 // Luke 2:28-32 // Colossians 3:16
“Christian singing is the musical use of the voice to express truth that accords with God’s word, and feelings that accord with God’s worth. It is a gift beyond measuring.
— John Piper