Unwrapping the truth about Christmas with Lee Strobel
Description
Let’s talk about Christmas. Not just the cozy traditions or the sparkling lights, but the actual story of what happened in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago.
This week on the podcast, I had the absolute honor of sitting down with Lee Strobel and together we explore the deeper truths of the nativity story, why the details matter, and how we can share that with our kids in a way that builds their faith.
Here are a few highlights from our conversation:
- Why understanding the virgin birth is crucial to understanding who Jesus really is
- The difference between the cultural version of Christmas and what Scripture actually says
- How to talk to kids about the parts of the story that might confuse them (like the wise men and the timeline!)
- And yes, we even touch on Santa and how to navigate that as Christian parents
Lee Strobel is a former legal editor for the Chicago Tribune and a New York Times bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Case for Christ and The Case for Faith. After investigating the claims of Christianity as an atheist, he became a follower of Jesus and now speaks and writes to help others explore faith with confidence. His newest book, The Case for Christmas, explores the historical and biblical evidence behind the nativity story.
Whether you’ve heard the Christmas story a hundred times or are learning it with your kids for the first time, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective and a renewed sense of awe.
(00:00 ) From Atheism to Faith: Lee Strobel's Journey
(03:00 ) The Cultural Significance of Christmas
(05:47 ) Revisiting the Nativity Story: Myths vs. Reality
(09:04 ) Understanding the Virgin Birth
(12:12 ) The Role of the Magi in the Christmas Story
(14:56 ) The Importance of Context in Biblical Narratives
(18:05 ) The Legacy of Saint Nicholas and Santa Claus
(20:47 ) Celebrating Christmas with Children
(24:01 ) The True Meaning of Christmas
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Resources Mentioned
The Christian Parenting Podcast: Faith, apologetics, and the supernatural with Lee Strobel
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