Christmas is a time of joy and and anticipation. Some call it the happiest time of year, others become anxious because they remember all of the shopping that they feel like they have to do. It is easy to get caught up and overwhelmed by all of the consumerism surrounding Christmas. My language of gift giving makes me extremely susceptible to this vice of consumerism. Recently, I have found myself constantly shopping, always searching for the perfect gifts for my dear friends and family. This has caused me to become anxious, greedy, and distracted. It is important to remember that Jesus Christ is the greatest gift we could ever receive for Christmas. This beautiful baby is the Messiah. The Son of God, our Savior who came to earth in order to die for the atonement of our heinous sins. He was innocent and pure and yet died for the undeserving, sinful people that we are. I challenge all of you to keep Christ in Christmas and to remember that He is the reason for the season. Be anxious for His coming, not for the gifts and family reunions. Don’t miss Mass on Christmas too, this celebration will help you to recalibrate during this joyful day and blessed time of year. Also, be sure to contemplate the words presented at Mass each Sunday during Advent: Watch, Prepare, Rejoice, and Behold. Always keep Jesus at the center of your life and your heart will be filled with joy. In conclusion, I wish you all a happy and holy Christmas!
When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” And they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in a manger. And when they saw it, they made known the saying that had been told them concerning this child. And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them. Luke 2:15-20
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