There is a popular jingle that I see this time of year. It reads “Jesus is the reason for the season”. While I know this is true and that the intent is to keep people in perspective, I also know that a greater truth is that “We are the reason for the season”.
You see, it is because of our sin, and violence and thoughtlessness that Jesus had to come to that little stable in Bethlehem. God came to us because we so desperately need saving. If we could remember this and hold Jesus in our hearts not only at this time but all through the year, well, then maybe we wouldn’t have to work at keeping our perspective. It would be natural! Knowing that WE are the reason for the season might keep us humble and thankful. For unto US a child is born! May the love of the Christ Child fill your heart with all goodness and believing. We are the reason for the season.
