He is the Reason

“And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” Luke 2:7 NIV

Christmas was my favorite time to spend with grandma. Mom and I would help her get her Christmas tree together; boy howdy did that tree need help. As we put the correct branches on the long pole, we could clearly see it was a skinny looking thang. Momma and I both agreed that her tree needed a fur coat to keep warm if it was going to make it through the holidays. We all had a good laugh as we worked hard to get the tree in shape and ready for Christmas decorations.

Then we would put lights outside around the door, the window seal, and the bricked potted plant out from the door. The once lopsided tree now stood straight, tall, and full of beautiful lights and Christmas ornaments. We were all reminded of the importance of keeping Jesus in our Christmas as he was the greatest gift to the world.

As we stood together gazing at the tree, grandma would remind us that there were three generations sanding in the room. Mom and I would take notice as we looked at each other, then we would break out with more talking and laughter at the top of our lungs. Then of course it was time to eat after a day of holiday decorating.

My family and I were blessed to have my grandmother in our lives. She continues to live on through us. Christmas is about giving and service to others.

Jesus is the reason for the season. Born into this world, he came to us bringing the gifts of salvation, healing, restoration, and love. Keep him in your Christmas and have a happy holiday.

Remember friends, we are each other’s keeper and the only time we should be looking down on someone is when we are helping them up.