Making Christmas profound
Does Christmas glitter too much?
Jack London (1876-1916) is described as a pioneer of commercial American fiction, he penned:
The proper function of a man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days by trying to extend them, I shall use my time.
Jack died prematurely, living as he wrote.
Christmas echoes annually relationships are priority, first with God through His Son and then secondly with each other. The Bible contends that spending time (life's most valuable item?) upon relationships is more important than materialistic things. Don't get me wrong, the giving of presents is a fine expression of the generosity of God.
The good Lord's love invites us to see that a profoundly deeper and blessed life is found far beyond the tinsel and toys. According to His design, celebrations are the orchestra of relationships, not glitter.
The Last Word:
Perhaps that was what Jack London meant?
#Today's SoulSnack was written by Matthew Roberts under the title 'The Hope of Christmas'. It contains SoulSupply edits and additions.