Here are some interesting posts as we think about Christmas:

Gospel – Matt B. Redmond reminds us that Christmas is for those who hate it.  Stephen Altrogge reminds us of how the gospel should change our Christmas expectations.  Tullian Tchividjian points out that Christmas is the beginning of our great hope.  Kevin DeYoung shows us why Jesus came.  Chris Brauns points out the problems with the Grinch.

Family – Chris Castaldo gives four practical suggestions for discussing the gospel at family get-togethers.

Carols – I’m not the only one sharing the history and lyrics of old Christmas carols.  Kevin DeYoung looks at Of the Father’s Love Begotten.

History – Kevin DeYoung tells us about the origins of Santa Claus in two parts – Part One and Part Two.

Xmas – R.C. Sproul shows why the X doesn’t take Christ out of Christmas.

Culture – Ross Douthat considers our celebration of Christmas in the context of how we as Christians should interact with our culture.

Humor – A great picture.  The Drummer Boy.  Some must have lawn ornaments.

Hope you all have a merry Christmas celebrating the birth of our Savior!  Next week – posts to help us evaluate our lives as a new year begins.