The decline of Jesus' significance during Christmas can be seen in the decreasing number of American households that teach the true reason for the season. The belief in Jesus has plummeted from 90% to 63%, particularly among younger generations. Despite this trend, it is vital to return to the essence of Christmas and focus on Jesus.

Iran and the US engage in a fierce denial and accusation game regarding a drone strike on a Japanese-owned ship off the Indian coast. The US holds Iran responsible for the attack, whereas Iran dismisses these claims, attributing the incident to the US concealing Israeli crimes in Gaza. Although the ship suffered damage, no casualties were reported.

Even during the holiday season, war does not differentiate. US service members regularly spend Christmas separated from their families, immersed in the violence and peril of the battlefield. However, significant moments in American history have witnessed the sharing of Christmas by the military, such as George Washington's surprise attack on Trenton during the Revolutionary War, the failed Union assault on Fort Fisher in the Civil War, and Richard Nixon's aggressive aerial bombardment referred to as the "Christmas Bombing" in Vietnam. These events serve as poignant reminders of the sacrifices made by those in uniform.

The Digest, 12/25/2023 @600AM, CDT

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