Born Quote by Charles Spurgeon
“We venture to assert, that if there be any day in the year, of which we may be pretty sure that it was not the day on which the Savior was born, it is the 25th of December. Regarding not the day, let us, nevertheless, give thanks to God for the gift of His dear Son.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Christian Life, 1889
The claim that Christmas is not Jesus' birthdate is uncertain, yet gratitude for His gift remains essential.
In simple terms: Even if the date is wrong, thank God for Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Focus on gratitude regardless of historical details.
Themes
faith
gratitude
tradition
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- holiday celebrations
- personal devotion
- church teaching
Key Concepts
theology
historical skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you separate tradition from belief?
- What does gratitude mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Historical debate may distract from core message.
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