Remembering Christ at Christmas

by Monte F. Shelley

How can we remember Christ at Christmas?
“Merry Xmas!”
“Happy Holidays!”
“Santa Claus is coming!”
“Only 24 shopping days left!”
“What do you want for Christmas?”

Every December we are surrounded by Christmas ads, songs, decorations, images, and movies that have little or nothing to do with Christ. Materialism or paganism can be seen in many Christmas traditions. Remembering Christ at Christmas shows:
• How these traditions can remind us of Christ and His scriptures.
• How different perspectives give the Nativity story new meaning.
• How to use Advent trees and Advent calendars to remember the birth, life, teachings, attributes, and tender mercies of Christ at Christmas and throughout the year.

“In this little volume, Monte Shelley offers to readers an entertaining, honest and well-researched treatment of Christmas and the traditions within its celebration that point to Christ. It is a must read for anyone who has wondered about and pondered over the origins and continuing influence of Christmas.”
—S. Kent Brown, Director of the Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies at Brigham Young University

“Monte Shelley thoughtfully explores the rich symbolism of the events surrounding the birth of Jesus. The result is a deeper appreciation for this sacred season and many fresh insights into the Scriptures. He also offers suggestions that help us to saturate our hearts in the real meaning of the Nativity. Many of us find ourselves stressed during this time of the year. Remembering Christ at Christmas has much that I will use to help my anxious and care-ridden inner ‘Martha’ to relax and have a ‘Mary’ Christmas!”
— Donna B. Nielsen, author of Beloved Bridegroom and Holy Child Jesus