12 Christ Centered Christmas Activities – The Aloha Hut

12 Christ Centered Christmas Activities – The Aloha Hut

Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but all too often it can become overshadowed by the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. This year, why not take some time to focus on the true reason for the season and incorporate some Christ-centered activities into your holiday festivities? Here are 12 ideas to help you keep Christ at the center of your Christmas celebrations.

1. Attend a Christmas Eve service – Start your Christmas celebrations off right by attending a Christmas Eve service at your local church. This is a great way to focus on the birth of Jesus and remind yourself of the true meaning of Christmas.

2. Read the Christmas story – Take some time on Christmas Day to read the story of Jesus’ birth from the Bible. This simple act can help refocus your mind and heart on the reason we celebrate Christmas in the first place.

3. Bake a birthday cake for Jesus – As you gather with family and friends to enjoy Christmas treats, why not take a moment to bake a special birthday cake for Jesus? This can be a fun and meaningful way to remember the reason for the season.

4. Watch a Christmas movie with a Christian message – There are many Christmas movies that focus on the true meaning of Christmas. Consider watching a film like “The Nativity Story” or “The Star” to remind yourself of the story of Jesus’ birth.

5. Participate in a nativity play or pageant – If your church or community is putting on a nativity play or pageant, consider participating or attending. This can be a wonderful way to immerse yourself in the story of Jesus’ birth and share it with others.

6. Volunteer at a local charity – Christmas is a time of giving, and what better way to give back than by volunteering at a local charity? Consider serving a meal at a homeless shelter, wrapping gifts for children in need, or participating in a toy drive.

7. Create a Jesse Tree – A Jesse Tree is a fun and creative way to countdown to Christmas while also learning about the lineage of Jesus. Each day leading up to Christmas, you can add a new ornament or symbol to your tree that represents a different person or event from the Bible that points to the birth of Jesus.

8. Write a letter to Jesus – Take some time to reflect on the blessings in your life and write a letter to Jesus thanking Him for all He has done for you. This can be a meaningful way to express your gratitude and draw closer to Christ this Christmas.

9. Random acts of kindness – Spread the love of Christ this Christmas by performing random acts of kindness for others. Whether it’s paying for someone’s coffee, leaving a kind note for a stranger, or helping a neighbor with a task, small gestures of kindness can make a big impact.

10. Sing Christmas carols – Gather your family and friends together to sing Christmas carols that focus on the birth of Jesus. This can be a fun and festive way to worship and praise Him during the holiday season.

11. Create a DIY Nativity scene – Get creative and make your own nativity scene to display in your home. This can be a fun and hands-on way to visually remind yourself of the story of Jesus’ birth throughout the Christmas season.

12. Host a Christ-centered Christmas party – Instead of focusing on the usual holiday festivities, consider hosting a Christ-centered Christmas party. You can incorporate elements like prayer, worship music, and a devotional to help guests reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.

This Christmas, take some time to intentionally focus on Christ and incorporate these Christ-centered activities into your holiday celebrations. By keeping Jesus at the center of your Christmas festivities, you can experience a deeper sense of joy, peace, and gratitude this holiday season. Merry Christmas!