Perhaps you've heard the story about the little girl who asked if there was a Santa Claus. The answer was published in the newspaper with the famous line, "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus!" (links: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/
Just like that little girl who had a big concern at Christmas, we have concerns, too!
What are our concerns at Christmas time? Maybe choosing the right gift? Or getting invited to parties (the right parties)? Busyness? Being ready for Christmas?
I know I've had some of these concerns. I know I haven't felt ready. I haven't felt like it's Christmas yet.
Talking to someone other day, I asked if they were ready for Christmas. They said they weren't ready for Christmas. What surprised me was that this was a ten-year-old! Even children feel they are not ready for Christmas, let alone us adults!
So, I thought I should write a new headline in the newspaper, for everyone young and old alike, titled:
Yes, Virginia, There is a Savior!
Christmas is not so much about buying gifts, it's about the greatest gift! God loved us all so much that he gave his only Son! That son later died for us to give us eternal life! That's what the true Christmas is all about! (John 3:16)
(add a comment below and tell us what your concerns are at Christmas and how Jesus broke through for you!)
2 comments:
Look great, Henry! What an encouraging post.
My thanks to Lauren C. for her proofing this post. When I needed an English major to help with proofing this, she's the one who jumped in to help! Thanks Lauren!
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