*UNPOPULAR* take on using "Xmas"

Summary

The sermon explores the linguistic and historical origins of using "X" in "Xmas," revealing that the symbol is actually the Greek letter Kai, which represents "Christos" or Christ. Drawing from early Christian history, the pastor explains how this abbreviation originated with martyrs in the 3rd century and continued through medieval times as a way of referencing Christ. The practical takeaway encourages Christians to respond with grace rather than anger when they see "Xmas," recognizing that the abbreviation actually preserves, rather than removes, the meaning of Christ in Christmas.