So they (the shepherds) hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen him they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child - Luke 2:16-17

Every great story deserves to be told over and over.

I think this is why Christmas is so powerful. It is such a great story we can’t help telling it repeatedly. Even those who do not know Jesus personally know and love the story of the shepherds, the wise men, Mary, Joseph, and Jesus, the baby king. It is a great story with great characters, great tension and exciting drama. Who can help not loving it?

But the power of the Christmas story is that it was and is real. It isn’t just a story for our entertainment. It was an event. It happened. And because it happened everything changed.

That’s why we need to keep telling the story. Every time we tell the story, everyone who hears it is reminded of what is really important. They’re reminded that God is real. They’re reminded that God loves us so much He is willing to do what ever it takes to reach us. They’re reminded that no matter how hopeless the situation is, it isn’t outside God’s ability to make it right.

So tell the story. Tell it with excitement and passion and conviction. Tell the story because it is true and powerful and amazing. Tell the story.

Today’s Prayer
God, You have given us such a great story. Place inside me a passion to tell everyone I come in contact with about You. Amen.