Today though I went early to the grocery store to grab a few
groceries and in spite of the pouring rain the atmosphere was completely changed.
There were smiles on many faces….greetings as people passed each other in the
isles….people wishing others “merry Christmas”… people urging other people to
go in front of them to checkout, and even total strangers striking up conversations
in the checkout line. The whole store was in a lighthearted mood. To be honest
it was a very pleasant way to shop…such extreme kindness it was almost tangible.
Driving away from the store I felt such sadness. Why do so
many people allow themselves to be overtaken with the false joy of this world? How many of those people were so happy because
they were thinking of the real reason for Christmas? Was I spreading the true
meaning of Christmas to others? Am I taking time during this busy Christmas
season to reflect on Christ’s birth? Let us pause and be filled with joy, a joy in
thinking about the birth of our dear Lord and Savior.
Wishing you and your family a joy filled and blessed Christmas.
