“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above.” James 1:17
It is interesting how as the years go by, I don’t all that much care about Christmas gifts any more. As a child, I loved unwrapping the many surprises that would be found under the tree; a doll, a cradle, a book. As a teenager I was just sure that I needed all sorts of things; a typewriter, a Carpenter’s record album, a Partridge Family poster! These days, I can’t even make a list of what I need or want! In fact, while I love GIVING gifts, the ones that I give are usually very utilitarian or just plain silly. I’m giving my brother in law license plates for his golf cart. WHAT! – who needs license plates for their golf cart?
Mostly, I want to spend time with family and friends. While that doesn’t seem like a great deal, the truth is, it’s not as easy as it should be. We are scattered about the country. We are busy and scheduled to the fullest. We don’t prioritize one another.
If we could focus upon the scripture from James, maybe the stress and need for perfection of the holidays would diminish. Really, every good gift is from above. May you tell yourself that God loves you and that love is the greatest of all gifts.
Merry Christmas and Blessed New Year!
With abiding love,
Pastor Lynnae
