Sunday, December 26
Matthew 2:13-23 http://bible.oremus.org/?ql=160382100
Keeping Christmas
Joseph was warned in a dream that it was not safe to stay in Bethlehem. Soon Herod would recognize that he had been tricked by the wise men and send soldiers to kill all babies two years and younger in and around Bethlehem. Joseph, Mary and Jesus would flee to Egypt as refugees.
It is amazing how fast Christmas comes and goes. Like the Holy Family, life will quickly demand that we pickup and move, getting back to work and life.
Take some time today, this Second Day of Christmas, to reflect on the Christmas season thus far and all that you have experienced. What are the pieces of Christmas that you should have with you each and every day, all year long? Make a list of the Gifts of Christmas you would like to experience more deeply, like: love, joy, peace, abundant life, assurance, grace and salvation.
Over the next week plus, we’ll be sharing the Twelve Days of Christmas and focusing on receiving these gifts of Christmas more fully. The Ghost of Christmas Present reminded Ebenezer Scrooge that they kept Christmas with them every day, 365 days a year. How might we keep Christmas with us each and every day, all year long?
Kid’s Challenge
Do you have a favorite Christmas ornament or decoration at your house? Ask your parents if you could keep it out this year and not pack it up with the rest of the Christmas stuff. Hang or place it in a place where you will see it every day so that it can remind you to keep Christmas in your heart all year long!
Christmas Blessings,
Rich
This Christmas, there's a gift that only you can give,
...give yourself this Christmas! (Peter Mayer)
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