'Jingle bell rock' echos in the air, while the bustling street moves to the beat of the music. the beautifully lighted orchard road celebrates 'candy'- the manufactured theme of the year. people walk aimless, scrambling for a proper present to buy for their loved ones. some just for the fun of it, some just out of obligation, few to show their appreciation, many just going with the motion. christmas. a time to raise their wine glasses, to spend off bonuses, to partaye till dawn. most people are able to relate to christmas. the two lovers under a misltetoe, the gathering of all families for a reunion (just to rekindle that special spark between them that was fading in between christmases :(), the kids and their toys, or simply excitement that surprises create to conjure the lovely feeling of being loved.... even if many do not appreciate the aforementioned, it's safe to say that most would gladly treat christmas as a well-deserved break from their very-hectic schedule that ate up most of their year.
underneath that commercial make-up of christmas, a King was born. the quiet fullness of the Baby's presense reflected His humble beginnings. This Light that came gave hope to the darkness.He came to make our life beautiful & rich. He came so that He might help navigate us to His eternal Kingdom. the greatest gift of Love came down, so why are so many rushing through christmas making sure that everyone gets a gift? yes, giving is all important. but shouldnt we be recieving too? to stop & gaze at the greatest Gift, to sit at His feet and worship Him...to receive, to fully receive of His love so that we may have plenty to give to others. i want to grasp the full meaning of Christmas this year. i dont want it to turn out like other christmases.
so i shall start by seeking Him.
they recognise the man covered in a red coat, but they dont recognise the Man who gave up His life to cover us in red.
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