Memes, social media avatars, snail-mail cards, gift baskets, email greetings.  So many varied ways to send wishes for a happy holiday season.  Ponder if you will, how Jesus was celebrated.  His parents wrapped Him in warm swaddling layers and tucked Him into a manger of straw. The anticipation was over.  They were as prepared as they could have been.  Our Lord arrived as a sweet, gentle, baby.  The shepherds stood in awe.  The Bethlehem scene of angels hovering over the Holy Family is in the minds of many believers.  God’s plan of sending His only Son to us was/is a reality. How do we even begin to fathom His unconditional love for us?

Yes, a season/day of celebration and traditions, but the reflective component remains.  We were gifted God’s only Son, to worship.  Learn of Him.  Study His Holy Word.  Share His good news.  Celebrate.  Dance.  Be joy-filled.  Jesus’ birth was long awaited and should be celebrated with love and adoration.  Let LOVE become your best gift to give.  Give it abundantly!

Jill