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In an attempt to get people to take time to see things as they really are and to appreciate what is around them, the phrase, “take time to smell the roses” has been penned. Maybe that is good advice for us this Christmas. We need to “take time to smell Christmas.” In other words, amid all the activities in which we are involved we need to take time to think about Jesus Christ, who is the real meaning of Christmas. Here are a couple of ideas for your meditation and contemplation concerning the greatest Christmas gift that was ever given – the Lord Jesus. Think about it.
- The angel of the Lord told Joseph that Mary would give birth to a son, “And you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins” (Matthew 1:21).
- An angel of the Lord appeared to the shepherds and said, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:10-11).
This year, I encourage you to take time to "smell" Christmas -- the real Christmas!.