Faith Expressions

The article contains Christmas and Jesus quotes. These quotes come from many, different individuals that include Charles Dickens, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Steve Scalise, Alex Moises, Tim Scott, Little Angel Gabby, Ronald Reagan, Winston Churchill, Mike Pompeo, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Henry van Dyke, Hellen Keller, Queen Elizabeth II and James Comer. There are more quotes from other individuals.

“What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. It is a fervent wish that every cup may overflow with blessings rich and eternal, and that every path may lead to peace.” – Agnes M. Pharo

“Christmas is a powerful reminder that life here on earth is a faith-filled journey to God’s promised land: the kingdom of heaven.” – Alex Moises

“Do not be afraid, for I bring you good news of great joy for all the people. For this day in the city of David there has been born to you a Savior who is Christ, the Lord.” – Angel; Luke 2:10-11 (NCB)

“The great challenge left to us is to cut through all the glitz and glam of the season that has grown increasingly secular and commercial, and be reminded of the beauty of the One who is Christmas.” – Bill Crowder

“For it is good to be children sometimes, and never better than at Christmas, when its mighty Founder was a child himself.” – Charles Dickens

“Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you will name him Jesus.” – Gabriel; Luke 1:30-31 (NCB)

“I heard the bells on Christmas Day; their old familiar carols play, and wild and sweet the word repeat of peace on earth, goodwill to men!” – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“Dear Jesus, Hi God! How are you? I’m excited about your b-day on December 25…. I love you.” – Little Angel Gabby

“Yes, you might think it trite to say Christmas is a family time, but it is and it matters, because those are the milestones in our lives.” – Margaret Thatcher

“The miracle of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem changed the world forever, and I believe that it remains our greatest hope despite the many challenges we face today.” – Mike Pompeo

“Sing, earthlings, sing! To-night a King hath come from heaven’s high throne to bless us.” –  Paul Laurence Dunbar

“For me, there are a lot of things I celebrate, but it starts with the birth of Christ. That’s the reason for the season.” – Steve Scalise

“Christmas is about God who is love. And that is the simplest yet most profound meaning of Christmas.” – Alex Moises

“The very purpose of Christ’s coming into the world was that He might offer up His life as a sacrifice for the sins of men. He came to die. This is the heart of Christmas.” – Billy Graham

“My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others.” – Bob Hope

“I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” – Charles Dickens

“Suffice it to say that it takes a breathtaking level of narcissism for a non-Christian to be offended by mentions of Christmas and a breathtaking level of meanness to seek to deprive the vast majority of fellow Americans of the public mention of their holiday.” – Dennis Prager

“Christmas [is a] Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus.” – Hans J. Hillerbrand (Encyclopaedia Britannica)

“Nineteen centuries have come and gone and today he is still the central figure for much of the human race. All the armies that ever marched, all the navies that ever sailed, all the parliaments that ever sat and all the kings that ever reigned, put together have not affected the life of man on this earth as powerfully as this One Solitary Life.” – James Allan Francis

“Christmas is best pondered, not with logic, but with imagination.” – Max Lucado

“… my belief in Jesus Christ as a Savior. I think that makes a real difference.” – Mike Pompeo

“The Christmas story – in the birth of a child, there is a new dawn with endless potential. It is this simplicity of the Christmas story that makes it so universally appealing, simple happenings that formed the starting point of the life of Jesus... His birth marked a new beginning.” – Queen Elizabeth II

“Christmas is the commemoration of the birth of the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ, whose message would truly be one of good tidings and great joy, peace and good will.” – Ronald Reagan

“Truly, the gift that we all need you can’t find in the store but you can find it in our hearts. It’s brought to you by the salvation of Jesus Christ….” – Tim Scott

“For Christians, the true meaning of Christmas is the celebration of the Savior, Jesus Christ.” – Heather Riggleman

“The only blind person at Christmastime is he who has not Christmas in his heart.” – Helen Keller

“It is a good thing to observe Christmas day. The mere marking of times and seasons, when men agree to stop work and make merry together, is a wise and wholesome custom…. But there is a better thing than the observance of Christmas day, and that is, keeping Christmas.” – Henry van Dyke

“For a child has been born to us, a son has been given to us. Upon his shoulders dominion rests, and this is the name he has been given: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah; Isaiah 9:5 (NCB)

“Merry Christmas. Your support and encouragement means the world for our family. May God bless you this Christmas holiday.” – James Comer

“O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant! O come ye, o come ye to Bethlehem; Come and behold him, Born the King of angels.” – John Francis Wade

“Service also lies at the heart of the Christmas story - the birth of Jesus who came to serve the whole world, showing us by his own example how to love our neighbour as ourselves.” – King Charles III

“Christmas has come to mean something far greater to me: It’s not just a day for family time or opening presents; it is a day to celebrate the true miracle of a child being born to humble conditions in the small village of Bethlehem, over 2,000 years ago.” – Mike Pompeo

“Jesus is at the heart of Christmas.” – Richard Roger

“All you who are seeking the meaning of life, all you whose hearts are burning with the hope of salvation, freedom and peace, come to meet the Child born of Mary: He is God, our Saviour, the only one worthy of this name, the one Lord. He is born for us, come, let us adore him!” – Pope John Paul II

“For me, the life of Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, whose birth we celebrate today, is an inspiration and an anchor in my life. A role model of reconciliation and forgiveness, He stretched out His hands in love, acceptance, and healing. Christ’s example has taught me to seek to respect and value all people, of whatever faith or none.” – Queen Elizabeth II

“In a year sometimes punctuated by tragedy and division, the Christmas season offers us all time to reflect on our blessings and carry this charitable spirit with us into the new year.” – Steve Scalise

“I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, with every Christmas card I write. May your days be merry and bright and may all your Christmases be white.” – Irving Berlin

“I’m flower girl and I bloom for Jesus.” – Little Angel Gabby

“Good health, the ability to see and hear the beauties of nature, the love and warmth of the family circle, the goodwill and loyalty of friends. A Christmas stocking full of these would indeed contain pearls beyond price.” – Margaret Thatcher

“The story of Christmas is the story of God’s relentless love for us.” – Max Lucado

“My walk with Christ has shaped my life and given it purpose far beyond anything worldly ever could have.” – Mike Pompeo

“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to all those on whom his favor rests.” – Multitude of Angels; Luke 2:14 (NCB)

“Let this Christmas period be the time for us to renew our commitment to work together as one nation to build a better life for all South Africans.” – Nelson Mandela

“Christmas waves a magic wand over this world. And behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” – Norman Vincent Peale

“Perhaps it’s truer to say that Christmas can speak to the child within us all. Adults, when weighed down with worries, sometimes fail to see the joy in simple things where children do not. And for me and my family, even with one familiar laugh missing this year [2021], there will be joy in Christmas.” – Queen Elizabeth II

“Let Christmas begin inside you.” – Suzie Eller

“Christmas is a season for kindling the fire for hospitality in the hall, the genial flame of charity in the heart.” – Washington Irving

“Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” – Winston Churchill

“Believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the greatest figure of time and eternity. Believe that He was the Creator of the earth on which we live.” – Gordon B. Hinckley

“Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the Father’s glory. Blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire.” – Graham Kendrick

“Jesus [is the] religious leader revered in Christianity, one of the world’s major religions. He is regarded by most Christians as the Incarnation of God.” – Jaroslav Jan Pelikan and E.P. Sanders (Encyclopaedia Britannica)

“I remember being deployed with the Navy over Christmas… I also remember how awesome it was to fly my helicopter from ship to ship in the battle group delivering presents and mail to everyone deployed in the Persian Gulf. I kind of understood how Santa must feel….” – Jen Kiggans

“Our hearts grow tender with childhood memories and love of kindred, and we are better throughout the year for having, in spirit, become a child again at Christmastime.” – Laura Ingalls Wilder

“What is Christmas? It’s about Jesus and his love for us.” – Little Angel Gabby and Uncle Alex

“If we are to have peace on Earth, our loyalties must become ecumenical rather than sectional.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

“At Christmas, all roads lead home.” – Marjorie Holmes

“Christmas is forever, not for just one day, for loving, sharing, giving….” – Norman Wesley Brooks

“Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate the love of God and family.” – Roberta Flack

“If then, you are looking for the way by which you should go, take Christ, because He Himself is the way.” – St. Thomas Aquinas

“During the holidays, it’s easy to get busy or swept up in the hustle and bustle of season. That’s why I challenged myself to spend the days leading up to Christmas to do a 30-day reflection on the importance of gratitude. Not just thinking about the gifts I am grateful to receive, but what does it mean to give—and give selflessly.” – Tim Scott

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