The War On Christmas

The war on Christmas is alive and well. Even though we do not see merry x-mas signs every where in stores and shopping centers anymore, the war is on. In some places it is subtle while in others it is outright and disrespectful. It is alive and well in government, our public schools and colleges, as well as with social liberals, atheists, and agnostics.

What brings this up, you might ask? A friend of mine received a call at work one morning from his son at school (I’m leaving out his name even though he said I could use it here) … his son called to ask his Dad if he could watch a movie. Surprised by the question, he asked his son why he was calling him for permission, and just what movie was it that required a call. Actually it was three movies … he needed his permission to watch.....now hold your breath…the Christmas Story, A Christmas Carol , and worst of all…….How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Horrible isn’t it? … at least it wasn’t The Exorcist, JAWS, or Debbie Does Dallas! Astonished by the question and answers he received from his son (and after giving his son’s teacher the go-ahead on the movies), he hung up the phone, looked over at us and said, “I don’t know if I should laugh at this stupid call or get pissed off”.

Well, needless to say, that telephone call reinforced my view that the war on Christmas is alive and well here in the United States. I thought it was more prevalent in Northeastern states or California … or in places known to be more progressive … but it’s not. This happened in South Texas and it is shocking to me. I hate to make all things political (even though I write this blog for that reason), but I’ll ask you to ask yourself; who is it that brings on these moronic movements? Is it Democrats or Republicans? Be honest… it is not Republicans … it is by Democrats, liberals, communist, and those on the left.

I know that there is not solely a war on Christmas, it is actually a much broader war to marginalize Christians and Christianity in our country. We have a President that recently said to an international body (and in front of Muslins) that we are no longer a Christian country, but a country of laws. How does that differentiate the United States from other lesser nations? … after all, every nation can proclaim they are a nation of laws. Iran, China, North Korea, Pakistan, and Mexico can make that claim. Never mind that in every village, town, city, county and state you will find a Christian church of one denomination or another. Often there are churches next to churches. Catholic churches are near Baptist churches, Methodist churches are near Lutheran churches. Guess what happens after services are over at these churches? … they do not come out shooting. No, they lunch together, work together, play together and best of all govern together … so how can Mr. Obama claim that we are not a Christians nation. What we are is a Christian nation that is not just for Christians … anyone can be an American.

Over 80% of Americans claim they are Christian. This is far greater than the 52-53% that put Mr. Obama into office … and yet he claims we are not a Christian nation any more. Exactly what country does he think he lives in? … the United States or the United Emirates? I’ll bet some of that 52-53% disagree that we are no longer a Christian nation.

So why the battle over Christmas? Is it because at Christmas time Christians hi-jack planes to fly them into buildings, or is it that we run around dancing wildly killing, burning, and beheading nonbelievers in the streets, or is it because we stand in the way of fundamental change? A funny thing happens in wars….the attacked will fight back.

Christmas time in America has always been a happy time of year. It comes in winter when spirits need lifting. It comes for the faithful and nonbelievers alike … that is the wonder of Christmas, that is because of the wonderfulness of Christ.

There you have it.
Pass it on if you like or let me know if I don’t have a clue.

Eddie