In an article from the Institute for Family Studies, the author provides three practical ways families can deepen the meaning of their celebrations this Christmas: reading the Christmas story from God's Word as a family, developing meaningful traditions, and making intentional connections during family meals. The author explains, "Each of these three concrete things can be a kind of natural encouragement and context for growing in faith, hope, and love."

These are excellent recommendations. Christmas time provides an amazing opportunity to draw closer together as a family and make an intentional effort to remember the real reason we celebrate, the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. Hopefully, these ideas are helpful as you plan your Christmas celebrations.