What all went through Mary’s mind as Jesus grew into a toddler? How often did she kiss His toes and say, “These little feet are gonna crush that ol’ serpents’ head!”
The crucifixion isn’t just part of the Christmas story, it’s the reason for it. The “reason for the season” is Jesus’ birth; but the reason for His birth is His death. Christmas Eve Candlelight service.
Sacrificial and Passover lambs came from a very specific flock, in a very specific place. And we know from the Mishna that Bethlehem was the officially sanctioned location.
