Author: gemsjewel

The History of Christmas Stockings

Day 18 – The History of Christmas Stockings “Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running... Read More

The Story of Father Christmas

Day 17 – The Man Behind the Story of Father Christmas “He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which... Read More

What Is A Secret Santa?

Day 16 – Secret Santa “Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.” II Corinthians 9:15 Secret Santa is a way of giving gifts anonymously.... Read More

Christmas, Snow And Ice?

Day 15 – Snow and Ice “For he saith to the snow, Be thou on the earth; likewise to the small rain, and to the... Read More

Why Gifts At Christmas?

Day 14 – Christmas Presents “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not... Read More

The Tradition of the Christmas Pudding

Day 13 – The Tradition of the Christmas Pudding “And the LORD said unto Moses, Take unto thee sweet spices,…” Exodus 30:34 Christmas (or plum)... Read More

Poinsettias At Christmas

Day 12 – Poinsettias at Christmas “…all the goodliness thereof is as the flower of the field:” Isaiah 40:6 Poinsettia plants are native to Central... Read More

The History of Christmas Nutcrackers

Day – 11 The History of Christmas Nutcrackers “But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a... Read More

Nativity Plays and Cribs

Day 10 – Nativity Plays and Cribs “Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son,... Read More

History of Moravian Stars

Day 9 – The History of Moravian Stars “Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in... Read More