But what about the bells we find in our Christmas traditions? Bells have long had an close association with Christian churches. In many churches today, their ringing can still be heard every Sunday, and throughout the rest of the year for various religious celebrations – one of the most significant of course is Christmas. It comes as no surprise.
This started the tradition of ringing bells to mark the start of a church service – which is still used today. Despite bells being used to symbolize a church service all year round, the bell-ringing around Christmas time is what the church is known for. Are you a fan of Christmas trivia? Find out Which Country Banned Christmas In 1644 !
What do Christmas bells symbolize? Bells announce the coming or arrival of an event, activity, or occasion. Bells are rung to announce the union of a man and a woman. They are rung during Christmas to announce the arrival of the season, to proclaim the birth of Christ. Ringing of bells can be traced back to pagan winter celebrations.
Bells at Christmas time are a long standing and cherished tradition. From church bells that ring at midnight on Christmas Eve to the sound of sleigh bells in the snow, the sounds of bells and Christmas are a cherished memory and tradition. For many participants, it just isn’t Christmas until the snow falls and the sounds of Christmas music fill the air.
Luke 2:10: “And the angel said unto them, ‘Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.’”
1 Peter 1:8-9: “Though you have not seen him, you love him. Though you do not now see him, you believe in him and rejoice with joy that is inexpressible and filled with glory, obtaining the outcome of your faith, the salvation of your souls.”
Luke 2:11: “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”
Closing Prayer ;Grant, O Lord, that these bells may sound your praises and the good news of your salvation; may they summon the faithful to worship and stir all who hear them to glorify your name, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Prayer of Salvation: Lord Jesus, I confess my sins and ask for your forgiveness. Please come into my heart as my Lord and Savior.Take complete control of my life and help me to walk in Your footsteps daily by the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank you Lord for saving me and I know you will answer my prayers. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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