Advent Quote by Patrick Davis
““It is not an accident of history that this one man separates all men into two groups, one that anxiously awaits his coming, and one that denies his personhood. I do not think it an accident that we celebrate two Christmases each year—one that celebrates the advent of the Christ-child being sent to man, and the other who celebrates the good works of a funny man in a red suit. Some of us see him as he is, while others only seek to deny that which should be obvious to all. God has brought us to new life. And that life is in no one else except his Son. If you haven’t considered the claims of Christ, perhaps now would be a good time. What a wonder that God should come as a man, and be rejected by those whom he loves!””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Contemporary Christian preaching, date unknown
The division of people’s belief in Christ reflects choices between acceptance of divine truth and denial, urging personal reflection on faith.
In simple terms: Choose to accept Christ’s teachings, not reject them.
Key Takeaway
Consider the impact of belief on life choices.
Themes
faith
belief
division
spirituality
choice
Mood
hopeful
serious
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- holiday celebrations
- personal crises
- interfaith dialogues
Key Concepts
Christology
religious identity
cultural tradition
Questions to Reflect On
- What does accepting Christ mean to you?
- How do you reconcile differing holiday traditions?
A Different Perspective
Faith can be challenged by cultural norms, leading to internal conflict.
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