Some of you may know the feeling or understand what it feels like to be away from home on the holidays or to be on a mission during the holidays. The feeling is almost indescribable. However I have taken this Christmas to really reflect for myself whats its all about. And the best i can think of how to explain it is from Charlie Brown...
Linus’ reads from Luke 2: 8-14 and says:
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this [shall be] a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
That’s what Christmas is all about, Charlie Brown.
This is the time of year we can look back and reflect on the life of Jesus Christ. Think of all the blessings you have in your life because of Jesus Christ. Many people have asked me why do we celebrate Christs birth in December if He was born in April. I believe its because it is at the end of the year and it gives us a chance to reflect on this year and reset ourselves in line (if needed) for the next year.
I know i am a week late because Christmas has already come and gone but I would invite us all to really reflect on what the meaning of Christmas is. Why do we have it and why is it so important to you? I wish you all the happiest of holidays and a happy new year. I love you all lots!
Elder gsack
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