Remember The Reason
Christmas is upon us, the most joyous time of the year…. Or is it?
For many, it’s just a season filled with stress, financial trouble, or loneliness. For others it’s a time to visit with friends and family, bake, buy gifts or hope for some new blessing in their life.
What does it mean to you?
In this age of commercialism, are you making the time to celebrate the birthday of our Lord? It’s so easy to allow the days to fly by and be swamped with all the chores required by Christmas. Baking, cards, buying gifts, decorating the tree, helping children with programs…all these are good in themselves, but what will really bring the peace and joy to your heart and your family?
Let me make a small suggestion. When you wake up on Christmas morning, don’t jump out of bed and hit the floor running…no matter how many kids are begging for the gifts under the tree or in their stockings. Lay in bed another five minutes, and give time to the Lord. Let the awe of Christmas fill your heart and the joy of our Saviour minister to your spirit. Don’t beat yourself up for not taking an hour with your Bible & prayer. Do what you’re able to do, but make sure your priorities put Him first in your day…. After all….
Whose Birthday Is it, Anyway?
Merry Christmas to all, and Happy Birthday to you, Jesus!