Don’t Miss Out on

Christmas

The young family set out one cold evening to go door to door caroling.  It didn’t matter to them that the father was Bing Crosby, the very popular singer and actor.  They just wanted to bring Christmas joy to those around them.

The family approached one fully-lit home and after several pushes of the doorbell a harried woman opened the door and said in an exasperated tone, “What is it?”

“We’re going door-to-door to bring Christmas joy.  We’d like to sing to you,” came the invitation from the family.

“No, no.  I’ve got company coming and there’s just too much to do,” said the busy woman as she shut them out, closing the door.  She missed out on being sung to by America’s top star and his family.

 

Do you think you might be shutting out of your busy life the possibility of real joy this Christmas?  Do a quick evaluation of your schedule and cancel any unnecessary activities.  If some activities are obligatory, consider appearing briefly, offering your regards, and moving on quickly. 

But do make keeping your appointment with God your top priority with prayer and scripture reading.  One person told me recently that, in response to a challenge offered by a Christian leader, she’s reading three chapters of the Bible every day.  Come to church and rest in the presence of the Lord!

 

Don’t miss out on the real joy of celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas!

Christopher

The Rev. Christopher P. Leighton

Rector