My most memorable Christmas’ were ones where we secretly served families in our neighborhood and church. I don’t remember the things I got, or how much my parents spent on me. I remember the time we spent as a family making someone else’s day just a bit brighter. It’s the feelings of love and happiness- the Spirit of Giving that I remember. Why can’t it be like that for everyone? Why do we worry so much about the gifts? Even now as I am typing this I am thinking about the few remaining presents that I need to get for the kids, and a few family members – and it really makes me sad.
All I want for Christmas is for the world to remember why we really celebrate this blessed holiday: our Savior’s birth. What He did for us. What He taught us. How He died for us, so that we might live again. What a wonderful gift He has given us- and how will we show our thanks to Him? Not by monetary things, by the amount we spend on other’s but by our actions towards those around us. By our service, by our generosity, by our Spirit of Giving... this is how we can show the Lord our gratitude for what He has done for us.
My challenge to you: find someone to secretly serve this holiday season. Pay attention to not only how it changes the life of the one you serve, but notice how it makes you feel as well. I’m sure it will change your life. Merry Christmas!
My challenge to you: find someone to secretly serve this holiday season. Pay attention to not only how it changes the life of the one you serve, but notice how it makes you feel as well. I’m sure it will change your life. Merry Christmas!
Watch this video. A sweet little girl reminds us about the 'True Meaning of Christmas'.
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Amen to that!
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