The presents are all unwrapped; the turkey is nothing but a carcass, with left-overs stored in the fridge to make turkey sandwiches, turkey soup, turkey casserole . . . and whatever else can be manufactured from turkey! Not to mention the stuffing, yams, potatoes, gravy, vegetables – but the dessert is all gone! We have gathered with family and friends . . . or we gathered with no one. In all this, did anyone remember the Reason for the season?
A Baby born in a manger to grow up to be the Saviour of the world. Did we remember that? In all the gathering that we did, did we gather in quiet understanding and awe of what transpired over two thousand years ago? Yes, it is now all behind us. We still have the rush of the Boxing Day/Week specials: decorations for next year; prices that only come around once a year; prices being slashed to empty the Christmas inventory to make way for next year’s stock. In the warmth of our homes, whether house, apartment or boat, did we remember the couple who had to stay in a barn?
The actual Christmas day is behind us, but what ISN’T behind us is the Saviour born that day. He is still here. Jesus has not gone anywhere. He is waiting for you to call Him your personal Saviour. He was born to save the world. Will you let Him save you?
Until next time,
Inge
Life! And we're still here! Humble stumbles & bumbles! 