December 04, 2023

Celebrating Christ at Christmas - Meeke Addison, Part 1

26 minutes

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"We want everything that we do to speak of our faithfulness and our commitment to Him because He's worthy of that." — Meeke Addison

Meeke Addison joins Yvette Hampton to kick off the 2023 Christmas season. Together, they share heartwarming and hilarious stories about family traditions, Christmas gifting, and keeping Jesus Christ at the center of their celebrations. Listen in as they discuss the joy and challenges of parenting, the art of last-minute gift shopping, and the importance of creating memorable experiences for their children. Join Yvette and Meeke for a delightful conversation that captures the TRUE spirit of the Christmas season.

Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this important conversation.

Watch this full conversation on our YouTube channel.

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Discussion Questions:

How can families incorporate the celebration of Jesus and the gift of life into their Christmas traditions and practices, as discussed by Yvette and Meeke?

How does Meeke Addison's faith in Jesus Christ shape her approach to family life and Christmas traditions?

Yvette and Meeke discuss the challenges of finding a balance between emphasizing the true meaning of Christmas and the fun and excitement of gift-giving. How have you and your family navigated this balance in your Christmas celebrations?

Meeke shares some humorous and relatable experiences with last-minute gift shopping and wrapping. What are some of your own funny or memorable last-minute Christmas moments?

Yvette and Meeke talk about the tradition of opening gifts at midnight on Christmas Eve. What are some of your favorite family traditions or rituals during the holiday season?

Meeke and Yvette discuss the different ways they approach gift-giving for their children. How do you handle giving gifts to your children, and what factors influence your approach?

How does the discussion about Christmas gift-giving reflect the importance of being intentional in parenting and understanding one's children?

Reflecting on Meeke's stories about her Christmas traditions, how have your own family's traditions evolved over the years?

Yvette and Meeke talk about the significance of creating and cherishing family memories during the Christmas season. What are some of your most treasured family memories from past Christmases?

Meeke discusses her desire for an element of surprise in gift-giving. How important is the element of surprise in your own gift-giving and receiving experiences?

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