In this Christmas episode of Walking Defined, Baylee Hefley and Kate Caris reflect on how easily the wonder of Christmas can be overshadowed by distraction, pressure, comparison, and consumerism, even for believers.

Through honest conversation about family traditions, gift giving, Santa culture, community, and countercultural choices, they explore what it looks like to intentionally center Christmas on Jesus, not from guilt or perfection, but from gratitude and reverence for the greatest gift ever given.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, check our hearts, and reclaim the joy, peace, and wonder found in Christ alone.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Why Christmas often feels stressful instead of peaceful
• A childhood memory that reveals why it is truly more blessed to give than receive
• Countercultural Christmas traditions that point hearts back to Jesus
• The dangers of distraction, comparison, and discontentment during the holidays
• Why community matters most during seasons of celebration and grief
• Encouragement for the parent who feels pressure to get it right

Scripture referenced:

Philippians 4:4 to 9, rejoicing, gratitude, peace, and setting our minds on what is true and praiseworthy

Acts 20:35, it is more blessed to give than to receive

James 1:17, every good and perfect gift comes from above

🎥 This episode is also available to watch in video format on YouTube:

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If Christmas has felt heavy, distracting, or disappointing, this conversation is a reminder that the true wonder of the season has never been found in gifts or traditions, but in Jesus humbling Himself to come near.

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