(Luke 2:1-14)

“And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed. 
And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, to be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room in the inn.

And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”

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Today is Christmas, a day meant to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. In recent decades, this holy day has been commercialized and transformed into one of the busiest shopping times of the year.

But that isn’t what Christmas is about. Christmas is about remembering that 2000 years ago, a baby was born to redeem us all.

Christ came for all men and women. It doesn’t matter whether you are young or old, big or small, black or white… the King of Kings doesn’t care about your class, race, or ethnicity… You don’t even have to believe in him. He believes enough for the both of you.

He came to this earth to save each and every one of us; to forgive our sins and guide us down the path towards salvation.

There are times when we fall; times when fail to live up to the teachings that Jesus left us.

But even in our darkest hours, Christmas serves as a reminder that no man is beyond saving. The Lord gives up on no one. This Christmas, I ask that you do the same.

If you’re feuding with a family member, pick up the phone and tell them that you love them…

If you are in an argument with a friend or neighbor and not speaking to one another, be the one to break the silence…

If you have a family member that is a Democrat, tell them you forgive them…

We are on this earthly plane for such a short time. Far too often, we allow silly things to get in the way of sharing these blessed moments with the people we care about.

Tomorrow, we will be back at it, working to take this country back.

But today, let us remember that two millennia ago, an infant was born who set the world aflame.

A Merry Christmas to you and yours,

Joe Otto and the Conservative Daily team