For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulders, and his name shall be calledWonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
Jesus’s Hebrew name Yeshua means salvation. He was born into our world, as a gift to all mankind. No one truly knows the exact time of His birth. It is believed to be in the springtime and not during the winter months. However, December 25th has been popularized and is currently celebrated as the birth of the Savior of the world.
During this time many are decorating their homes, and workplaces, attending holiday gatherings and shopping for gifts to give to one another. The birth of the Savior is truly a joyous occasion and is to be celebrated. But, have you ever stopped to think, how would Jesus like us to celebrate His birth? The commercialism of this holiday has moved far away from the “real reason for the season”. For example, if we were to celebrate a friend or a loved one, would we plan everything based on our wants/desires? Or, would we keep them in mind and celebrate the way they would desire? The same thought should be made when we seek to honor the birth of the Savior of the world.
I imagine His desire would be for us to spread His message of love and hope through our words, followed up by our actions, to everyone we meet. He would desire no more fighting/wars, no bullying attitudes/behaviors; lifting ones-self up as if you’re better than another because of race, religion, social/economic background, etc. He would want us to learn to live in harmony and acceptance of one another and, to take care of this beautiful planet He created. He would not want us to turn blind eyes towards the wrongs being done to another.
As we gather together with family and friends this holiday season, may we focus individually and collectively, on giving the true gifts that Jesus would want us all to share. Let us give the gift of ourselves, to be used by God in spreading His message throughout the world.
Happy and safe holidays to All!
Blessings,
Angélique
To contact: Angelique@21stcenturygodlyliving.com