Ep. 154: Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays? Christmas Has Become Woke

Christmas is here, but something feels different. The lights shine bright, the music plays, and sales are bigger than ever, yet the meaning feels thinner. Somewhere along the way, God quietly left the conversation. We tiptoe around saying ‘Merry Christmas,’ avoid mentioning Jesus, and have traded the foundation of the holiday for branding and marketing.

In this episode, we explore how a faith-centered holiday became a commercial season. We ask why talking about Jesus feels uncomfortable, why “Happy Holidays” has replaced “Merry Christmas,” and how traditions and family celebrations are changing without the spiritual backbone. We also dive into the bigger picture, how the dilution of Christmas reflects broader shifts in culture, faith, and public life.

We talk about:

• How Christmas shifted from faith to commerce

• Why religious identity feels sidelined in modern culture

• The impact on family traditions, celebrations, and the meaning of the season

• Whether the spiritual side of Christmas is being lost or simply forgotten

If you’ve noticed Christmas feeling emptier, this episode offers insight into the cultural and spiritual shifts shaping the holiday today.

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