Is Christmas meant to be believed like a fairy tale—or examined like history?

In this message, we challenge the popular idea of “childlike faith” and ask a deeper question: Did God ever ask us to believe without evidence? While Christmas is often wrapped in nostalgia, sentiment, and tradition, the Bible presents something far more substantial—real people, real places, real timelines, and fulfilled prophecies spanning thousands of years.

From detailed genealogies in Matthew and Luke to named rulers such as Caesar Augustus to documented cities like Nazareth and Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus is rooted in verifiable facts. The shepherds, the Magi, the prophecies from Isaiah, Micah, and even Genesis all point to one conclusion: Christmas is not a myth—it’s a fulfillment.

This message calls us to move beyond blind belief and embrace a faith that investigates, understands, and then trusts. God does not fear your questions. He welcomes them.

If you’ve ever doubted, dismissed the Christmas story as symbolic, or wondered whether Christianity can stand up to scrutiny, this message is for you. And if you already believe, it’s an invitation to renew your faith with confidence—knowing not just what you believe, but why you believe it.

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