What is Christmas?
Do you know where Christmas came from? Where was it originated? What would Jesus say to you if he saw what you were doing? What are you teaching your children? What is your focus on, and who/ or what is your idol? Gifts, money, food, family…. Or God almighty? Is it just a quick prayer over the food, or gossip about a family member, unhappy with the gift you received or the lack of application your children give you? These are all questions to ask yourself!
I've had to scale back on Christmas this year also.I just don't have the money for decorations or gifts. I'm single with no children and my parents passed away many years ago so I don't buy Christmas presents. However I do send a few Christmas cards, (paper and eCards), make a few phone calls, and give the gifts of hugs, kisses, time, attention, prayer, faith and loyalty. Personally I do very much enjoy all the Christmas songs and carols. I have WQXR on now and they are playing nonstop Christmas music. Pretty cool. Christmas is what you make of it. Jesus probably never intended for all this hoopla but here it is worldwide and just because I've downsized the Holidays does not make it right for me to rain on everyone's parade. Happy Holidays! Luke 2: 7-14