why do christians put up christmas trees

Christians celebrate Christmas trees as a symbol of the story of Jesus' birth. In the Bible, the three wise men brought gifts to the baby Jesus, including gold, frankincense, and myrrh. So, many Christians associate these gifts with the Christmas tree. The tree is also a symbol of the new life that Jesus brought to the world, as well as the joy and beauty of the season. The lights on the tree represent God's light shining in the world, and the ornaments are symbols of the many blessings we have received.