The Lord is Coming
“For today in the city of David a savior has been born for you who is the Messiah and Lord.”
As we grow closer to celebrating the birth of our Lord we need to stop and take the time to consider the preparations we are making. Are we preparing to welcome Jesus or we more concerned with what gifts are under the tree and which parties we plan to attend?
This year, as
every year, Christmas seems to be more about the gifts and the money it takes
to get them than for celebrating the birth of Jesus. Stores put up decorations, but few of them have
anything to do with Christ. People
decorate their yards, but rarely is a nativity scene present. It’s all about Santa Clause and the
gifts. I wonder how many know that Santa's origin lies in St. Nicolas.
He was known for his generosity and helping the poor as well as his unwavering defense of the faith. From his charity, Santa Claus was born.
It used to
be that the spiritual and the secular sides of Christmas were somewhat complimentary
or at least they weren’t antagonistic.
Today, employees at stores don’t wish customers “Merry Christmas” for
fear of losing their job. My response to
the ridiculous “Happy Holidays” is to always reply “Merry Christmas”.
Not too long ago those who didn’t believe didn’t try to eliminate those who do. Now, even the mention of Christmas brings cries
of offense and “triggering”, whatever that means. I would never try to force others to
celebrate Christmas in my way, but I will not stand for them trying to steal this
blessed time from me.
Christmas is
one the high points of my year. At
Christmas I recall and celebrate the birth of my Savior. I give thanks that God loves me so much that
He would become a man, a baby born of women, in order to give us eternal life. I take the time to express my gratitude for all
God has done for me and offer Him all I am or ever will be as my gift to Him.
For those who
don’t believe I wish a “Merry Christmas” and pray that they come to know the
true meaning of the day.
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