“And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7, NKJV) Christmas. Just the word brings wonderful images to our minds—decorations, lights, shopping, family, celebrations, gifts, carols. Cookie-baking marathons fill the air with mouth-watering aromas. Wrapping paper and bows, the “Ho, Ho, Ho’s” of a mall Santa, special foods, airline tickets, and the sentimental sounds of “White Christmas” all add to the excitement of the season. Oh, yes, and a baby in a manger—we can’t forget that. Christmas has…