Christmas Grace

⁶ But he gives us more grace.-James 4:6b


Christmas is about presents.
Christmas is about Jesus.
Christmas is for children.


We've heard these phrases and Christmas is, to a greater or lesser extent, all of these things.  But I think one of the biggest things Christmas is about is grace.  Look at our personification of Christmas... Santa Claus.  Supposedly he has a Naughty and Nice List, but do you know any child that has been passed by by Santa because they have been naughty?  GRACE!


And what about the gifts we give one another?  Everyone NEEDS socks, but we don't look for them under the tree.  No, we look for things we DON'T need... like IPads and marshmallow shooters and foot massagers.  GRACE!


Is there any other season where we eat as recklessly?  Fudge, pumpkin rolls, homemade cookies by the dozens, creamy drinks.  We may gain a few pounds but we give ourselves a little something this time of year.  GRACE!


And it all started with what?  A baby in a manger who would one day give his life so that we may live forever... even though we don't deserve it.  GRACE UPON GRACE!


Lord,
Christmas is about grace because you are about grace.  Help us to accept it all with open hearts and open arms.  Amen.


Joys: Getting some wrapping done; lazy, rainy days; GRACE