December 24, 2018
Silent Night
I experience a rebirth—an awakening of the Christ within.
Every
time we sing “Silent Night,” we have a feeling of hushed awe at the
wonder of the Savior’s birth. Every time we sing “Joy to the World,” our
hearts seem to burst with unspeakable joy.
Christmas is a wonder to us as we let ourselves believe that it is more than a celebration that took place almost 2,000 years ago. It is a right-now thing; it is an event happening to us, in us, wherever we are, whatever we are doing. It is the rebirth, the awakening, of the Christ in us, the child of God in us. It is love incarnate in our hearts. It is life filling our being. It is joy filling our souls. Christmastime reminds us of the mystery and the miracle of life itself.
Christmas is a wonder to us as we let ourselves believe that it is more than a celebration that took place almost 2,000 years ago. It is a right-now thing; it is an event happening to us, in us, wherever we are, whatever we are doing. It is the rebirth, the awakening, of the Christ in us, the child of God in us. It is love incarnate in our hearts. It is life filling our being. It is joy filling our souls. Christmastime reminds us of the mystery and the miracle of life itself.
The angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people.”—Luke 2:10
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