But as adults, we wonder where the time went. We get caught up in our daily schedules, work, school, and the things that take up our day. The weeks and months go by so quickly. Are we ever prepared?
As little children we are always ready and excited because we receive gifts from loved ones. As adults, we often fret because we aren't prepared as much as we thought we were.
This is what Christmas looks like when we take the focus off of Who we are celebrating.
Christmas is Jesus' birthday. If it weren't for Him, the meaning of Christmas would be totally commercial. As it is, many are trying to make it that way. But as a Christian, a Christ follower, it is so important to keep Christmas about Him. He brings the joy to Christmas. He brings the joy into our lives. The excitement is all because Jesus was born. Jesus came to save us. He was born for us.
Think about when we celebrate someone else's birthday, we are so excited to celebrate their life and bless them with a gift. It brings joy to our hearts to give to someone.
That is the joy Christmas brings to most of us. We love to bless others with gifts. The joy of seeing a child open a gift is amazing. And I am sure it brings joy to Jesus also.
We must remember, however, why we are celebrating. Christmas is empty without Jesus. There would not be Christmas if Jesus had not been born.
When we are celebrating on Christmas Day, it is joyous, exciting, and full of love. Being with family, having a special meal together, and sharing the love of Christmas, this is Christmas.
We must keep Jesus at the center of our celebration. We must teach our children why we celebrate Christmas. Jesus was born for us, Jesus is love, Jesus is our Savior. This is Christmas!
What does your Christmas look like? Do you fret because you over spent your budget? Is it just another day on the calendar that is busy and hectic? Are you frustrated, exhausted, and ready for Christmas to be over? If yes to these questions then you do not have the true joy of Christmas in your hearts.
What does your Christmas look like? Are you alone, without a family to celebrate with? Are you alone because you choose to be alone? If yes, then remember what Christmas is, Jesus' birthday. He came to this earth for you. He loves you more than any gift, or any job, or any bottle of booze, or any disease. Jesus has His arms opened wide, waiting to receive you. He will wrap you in His arms and hold you tight. Whatever you are facing, you will never be alone when you have let Jesus into your life.
So faithful readers, I pray that as you celebrate Christmas, you feel the love He has for you. I pray you feel the warmth of His arms around you. I pray you can hear His heart beating a song to comfort you. There is so much more to unwrap at Christmas time. That is the love of Jesus that warms you and welcomes you with open arms.
Merry Christmas, and Happy Birthday Jesus!
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