Here’s what I think about Christmas: while we now live in a crazy world, there is still hope. This season is all about real, true hope. The ultimate proof is the very reason we celebrate Christmas: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." That is the real meaning of Christmas, my friends.
Many Christians complain that this message gets lost in the midst of the winter solstice, holiday trees, parties, fancy gifts, stuff, Santa, and more stuff. And that’s true, but I’ll take it a step further—and this is where non-Christians, atheists, Muslims, Jews, hedonists, and everyone in between can come together: the real meaning of Christmas isn’t just about baby Jesus born in Nazareth. It’s also about what we do with the knowledge of the Christmas story.
Instead of keeping this season’s message of Christ to ourselves, we should be on the lookout for those in need: the poor, the needy, widows, orphans, the lonely, the rejected, the suffering, the lost, the brokenhearted, the angry, the depressed, our neighbors, parents, strangers, brothers, sisters, co-workers, friends, and yes, even our enemies. We should help and love them because God first loved us. Just doing that will shine a giant spotlight of hope into a dark world, and that is what the magic of Christmas is all about.
My prayer this Christmas is for more people everywhere—regardless of religious affiliation, believers and non-believers alike—to be inspired by the Christmas story and the love God showed His people, and for them to pass that love on to others. Not just with big meals, clothes, and parties, but in genuine acts of kindness and compassion.
Be a blessing, and Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Ronald
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