Let me share this short piece I wrote for my friend Kent's blog, jazzed4life eSentialz. The theme for December is...“What is so special about Christmas?”
“What is Soooo special about Christmas?” December is a busy month! We set time aside to decorate, shop, and wrap presents… all of that exciting stuff! For those of us who enjoy entertaining friends and family this time of year, we not only plan the menu but we map out details and try not to overlook anything. Christmas songs are played almost everywhere. Over and over I keep hearing the song, “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” along with “Silver Bells,” and “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.” Oh, and I can’t forget, “Santa Claus is Coming to Town.” Peace on Earth and Goodwill Towards Men seems to permeate society’s view this time of year.
Busy, busy, busy! I have to decorate the house, not to mention the tree! I have to get this done… What about this project... and how am I going to do that? Those thoughts, combined with having a physical disability, wears me out just thinking about it all! There’s so much to get done.
“O Lord, I’m so tired.” It’s a mystery to me how God always turns things around, and “resets” my perspective...
“But seek the Kingdom of God first, and all these things shall be added to you.” Luke 12: 31
“Seek Me First,” Says God! His still, small voice tells me that all of the other things trying to keep me busy, trying to burden me… He tells me that those thoughts aren’t from Him. You know what? I believe there is someone, or possibly many who need to hear this simple message today.
Seeking the Kingdom First means making sure He’s in the driver’s seat of your life. Is the Kingdom only one of your many concerns, or is it central to all that you do? Really think about that. Is it central? No, I’m not saying decorating, shopping, and doing ‘Holiday things’ are wrong. I love doing all that. Why not open your Bible and meet with Jesus? He’s waiting to talk with you!
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Seek Ye the kingdom first...one of my favorite verses.
I find that the world has taken hold of Christmas and has made it this huge, loud event. To be honest, I don't look forward to this season, only because of what it has become.
How wonderful it would be to celebrate with family and friends, in a quiet atmosphere without the worry "Did I get the right gift."
love and hugs~Tammy
Thanks for sharing. Indeed, the purpose and central core of our daily life should be God---to be like Jesus. And unfortunately, a lot of people miss the part of Jesus during Christmas. It's so sad but it's true. We should remind everybody that it's the gift of God through the birth of Jesus Christ --whom He gave us to redeem our sins, is the main focus of Christmas and should be the main focus of our lives.
Hey, nice theme going around here...change again...hehehe....and I noticed your comments are moderated now. What happened?
Hi Tammy, you are so right! They've commercialized it greatly. It's Happy "Holiday" vs. Merry CHRISTmas.
I hear ya. Thanks for your thoughts about this. Well, we are foreigners here, so have a very Merry Christmas!
Yes, a lot of people get so caught up in the thought of Christmas and miss Jesus.
I know, I know. I have to change things up all the time! I'm glad you like it. God bless!
We just lit the Hanukkah candles celebrating the gift of light that lasted for 8 days. Then we prayed - our hearts grateful for His Light that will last for all eternity. What a joy that the greatest gift given lives in our hearts. This is the reason for Christmas..Hi Light shining in the darkness. His Light keeping back the enemy. His Light for eternity. Thanks Lori.
That's right, Hanukkah started today, Dec. 12 - Happy Hanukkah!
This is the reason for Christmas...His Light shining in the darkness. Thanks Sarah! Blessings to you and your family!
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