December

With the arrival of December, it just makes it more real that Christmas is coming! I simply love the season and all that comes with it. The music, the lights, the smells, and the feeling. I enjoy the church services that lead up to Christmas, as we build up to the big day. It's like we know what's in the package (Christ), but we look forward to seeing it (Him) every year. While it's known that the birthday of Jesus probably isn't December 25, it's great to know that we can take this time to celebrate the greatest birthday in the world.

Am I ready for Christmas? Yes! Done my shopping? Not even started. This is my philosophy on the whole gift-giving thing: I don't care if I receive anything on Christmas. I just enjoy the whole spirit of the season. Besides, finances are very tight. I will be buying a few small things for a few people, but that's about it. My Christmas gift-giving season is being brought to you by Dollar Tree. 😁 Here's how I look at it: All of this holiday flair did not take place the night Jesus was born. His first guests were a group of lowly shepherds, people whose occupation might be looked upon with disdain. But, God wanted these simple people to be among the first to visit Jesus. Jesus was also visited by important and wealthy people. Do you know what that tells me? Jesus came for everyone! People from all walks of life are welcome to come and adore Him. Isn't that a wonderful thing to know? From the poorest man on the street, to the richest man on the earth, Jesus embraces all of them. "All" includes me! Me, an undeserving simple guy, has been found worthy of His love. That's the only Christmas gift that I'm thankful to unwrap every day!

That's my philosophy on the big day. My house is decorated to the hilt, Christmas music blares from every radio in my house, and I am at peace.  My heart is full of the Christmas spirit, and I'm happy. My prayer is that you find the true Spirit of Christmas, which is found in Jesus Christ, who as the saying goes "is the reason for the Season!"  I'll check in again throughout the season to inform you on what's happening in my household. I wish you all of the best! Thanks for reading, and God bless you!