Today, we are going to look at our final Christmas MythBuster. I have enjoyed this series. I think that it has helped all of us by opening our eyes to what is true versus what is man’s opinion. Without any doubt, we must be very careful about just accepting what a person teaches and preaches. We must be careful even of those who are good Bible teachers and preachers. It is very tempting to simply give an opinion rather than just focus on the simplicity of God’s Word. I know several people have spoken to me and related to me how this series has really helped them. My prayer is that you will continue to always question man’s opinions and simply accept the truth that is God’s Word. Additionally, I hope that you be in God’s Word everyday reading and studying it for yourself. The best way to know what is false or embellishment is to simply know the truth. When you know the truth of God’s Word, it will indeed set you free. So, this morning, in the time that we have left, here is our next myth buster. WAS MARY TRULY A VIRGIN? And, along with that thought, WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT THAT SHE BE A VIRGIN?

Last week, I shared with you from God’s Word His view of us and our sinful habits. God is very clear that we are responsible for own deeds. Deeds meaning every word, action, and thought. Matthew 12:36 says that we will give an account for every idle word that we speak. 2 Corinthians 5:10 says that each of us will stand before the judgment seat for the good and the bad that we do. There is no escape to this fact. We are responsible for ourselves. I will not be held responsible for your deed just as you will not be held responsible for my deeds. I will answer for myself. You will answer for yourself. I do believe that a true follower of Christ desires to stand before the Lord that day and hear the words “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.” However, there is one big hurdle that often stands in our way of doing good. It is our sinful nature. And, if we were to try to do things on our own, we would have NO HOPE of ever hearing those words spoken by Christ. Yet, the amazing thing is that there is HOPE!

Here is our second MythBuster for consideration. WAS CHRIST BORN ON DECEMBER 25? OR IS THAT REALLY A PAGAN HOLIDAY BORROWED AND APPLIED TO CHRIST’S BIRTH? This is an awesome question that is sometimes debated each year as we celebrate Christmas. Let’s begin with the pagan holiday that is so often associated with Christmas.