This is my first Christmas without a tree. And I am ok! We wondered if we would make it through without our traditions and expectations being met, and Praise God, we made it!
We listened to the Country Christmas station on Pandora Radio.
We savored cousins and family and hugging children and delighting in the people around us.
We drew near to the presence of God, even though we didn't have our Christmas socks on our toes. The fullness of the season has nothing to do with trees or ribbons or our traditions, even the traditions that we love.
Without the Truth of the Gospel in Christmas, none of my traditions have any meaning. My love for all things Christmas, (bows in our hair, garland on my mantle, and white twinkle lights that delight me to the core) is rooted in my love for Jesus. At this time of year I tend to smile more, sing aloud and indulge in treats- I make exceptions to my rules and have an attitude of celebration in every corner of life.
My real complaint isn't that I didn't get to celebrate in the ways that I'm used to. I am challenged by the need that I feel to carry on the spirit of Christmas throughout the year. I should have a loving attitude full of excitement and celebration of my Savior, Always.
I want to show my love and gratitude for salvation and the path that's been laid out before me. Even on the days when it requires effort to show my grateful heart. I have a relationship with Jesus Christ! How can I not celebrate all the days of my life! I know the God who created all of this wonderment around me. I am a child of one who loved me enough to die for me.
So, late as it is, I will say Merry January! Peace on Earth! God's richest blessings to you!
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