True Meaning of Christmas

It seems every year we gradually lose focus of Christmas and it's true meaning of why we celebrate it in the first place, the birth of Jesus Christ. I personally have had a hard time this year because of our current situation. I lost sight of what it is all about. With that being said, I have written a poem which describes exactly what I'm talking about.

"This Christmas there won't be any presents under the tree,

Nor will there be stockings hanging from the chimney.

There won't be any pretty wreaths hanging on the doors,

Christmas won't be the same without you around here anymore.

No deck the halls, no silent night, no jingle bells to ring,

Not even a White Christmas will be in my dreams.

I think we have forgotten the true meaning of it all,

Now it's all about how much money is spent at the mall.

Pictures taken with Santa seem to be what is discussed,

I don't hear anyone asking "where's the line to see Jesus."

Christmas is meant to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ,

Not to be the highest bidder on Ebay at the end of the night.

So forget hanging the stockings on the chimney with care,

We've forgotten the meaning of Christmas and the good

news we are to share."

Getting a Christmas tree, decorating, putting up lights and buying presents are all part of the season. Although it's a lot of fun, I don't want to get caught up in the hustle and bustle and forget why we have Christmas in the first place. I want to focus on being thankful for my family. The fact that I have my husband and children and we are all in good health is something I have taken for granted. I want to be more aware of those around me and their needs, showing the love of Jesus and spreading the Gospel. After all, Jesus is the reason for the season.

Merry Christmas to all who read this and I pray you are blessed with the love of God.