Is There Any Room?

We know that the Baby Jesus was born in a stable because "there was no room for them in the inn." (Luke 2:7)

We know that Baby Jesus grew up. That He died on a cross for the sin of all mankind, that He was buried, and that He was resurrected on the third day. We know that He ascended back to the Father, and that He will come again. The Scriptures teach us this.

We know, according to the Scriptures, that "to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God."  (John 1:12 ESV)

We know that this is still true.

We also know that not all people received Him in the time He was here on earth. Nor do all people receive Him today.

We know that there was "no room" for Him when He was born. And for many, there is "no room" for Him even now.

The question today is this: is there any room for Jesus in your Christmas celebrations?

In the middle of your Christmas traditions. In the middle of mistletoe and holly. Of Christmas trees and presents. Of Santa and elves. Of hustle and bustle. Of parades and lights. Of cookies and cake.

In the midst of all the things you are doing to celebrate, have you left any room for Jesus?


"He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.  But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, tho those who believe in His name."  (John 1:12 NKJV)