The sentimentalization of Christmas. People have been protesting the "commercialization" of this holiday for generations. We're on our guard against that, as much as we want to be. But today Jim will warn against another "-zation," sentimentalization; reducing the miracle of Christ's birth to some warm feelings about a Baby. When we understand better the implications of the Word becoming flesh, we'll have a deeper appreciation for that great Gift. We're in John, chapter 1.

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