We all fall short in our thoughts, words and actions to stand before a Holy God. It is Christ’s coming to earth, living a sinless life, and then paying the price for our sin on the cross that is celebrated. Why? Because He gave us the ultimate gift of unconditional love and forgiveness. And what are we to do with that gift? Well – first receive it for ourselves. Secondly – re-gift that love and forgiveness to those who intentionally or unknowingly wound us.
These past months of COVID-19 challenges have been overwhelming and life altering for everyone, in one way or another. For many, physical and mental wellness are wearing thin from the stresses placed on relationships, families, livelihoods. For others the difficulties of trying to determine what is best, what is true, what is fair, is confused by competing views and approaches from all over the world and right here at home.
And yet here we are celebrating Christmas! Whatever your reasons for celebrating; whomever you hold more dearly now because these trying times do put the important things in life in clearer perspective ... I wish you His deep peace that passes understanding and wonderful moments of laughter with family and friends. For all the beautiful, precious, children who are our greatest joy and blessing I encourage you to share the Christmas Story and fun activities with them at www.whychristmas.com/story.the_christmas_story as a way to bring joy and light to the meaning of Christmas.
