Not All Christmas Songs Are Created Equal

[Reclaiming Christmas Carols for Our Worship]( Bob Kauflin There’s a difference between songs that focus on the arrival of a season and ones that focus on the arrival of the Savior. It’s a tragedy when we Christians fail to notice that difference and without even realizing it, find ourselves unaffected by the truths we’re singing. How can we make sure the carols that celebrate God becoming man to save us continue to move us to wonder and worship? [Keep Reading]( Featured Articles [The Believe-in-Yourself Gospel]( Jen Oshman [Reading the Christmas Story on the Shoulders of Giants]( [A Devotional on Christlikeness by Florence Nightingale]( Leland Ryken Get a free ebook by telling us a little bit about yourself! [Take 1-Minute Survey]( Crossway+ Offer 50% OFF [The Completed Works of John Owen]( [The Holy Spirit—The Helper (Volume 7)]( Volume 7 of The Complete Works of John Owen includes 2 treatises on illumination and biblical interpretation—written by 17th-century theologian John Owen and edited for modern readers by Andrew Ballitch. Regular Price: $39.99 [Crossway+: $19.99]( Browse the full [2022 Christmas Gift Guide]( Don’t have a Crossway+ account? [Sign up for free.]( [“Jesus becomes humble and low to be exalted to the Father’s throne.”]( [—Benjamin L. Gladd]( on the asymmetric careers of the devil and Jesus One Million Bibles Initiative The Philippines: Christian, or Not? Did you know? As of 2020, 90.8% of the Filipino population claims to be Christian, and 95% have access to the Christian message. However, these statistics do not accurately represent the truth of the spiritual state of the Philippines. [Read More]( Featured Video [Common Barriers to Family Worship]( Common Barriers to Family Worship David Murray Some common barriers to family worship are not fully understanding the why, not planning properly, excessive expectations, and the attitude to which we approach it. David Murray gives practical advice to help overcome these barriers. [Watch Now]( “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” [—Matthew 7:7]( Connect with Us! [Unsubscribe]( | [Subscribe to our newsletter]( | [View in browser]( Crossway is a not-for-profit Christian ministry that exists solely for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel through publishing gospel-centered, Bible-centered content. Learn more or donate today at [crossway.org/about](. You are receiving this email because you signed up to receive updates from Crossway. Crossway 1300 Crescent St.Wheaton, IL 60187 [Add us to your address book](