FINALLY OVER

“And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.  For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.  And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.  And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”

Luke 2:10-14 KJV

I heard someone say “The holidays are finally over”.  How sad that people are glad when Christmas is over.  It is true that holidays are sad for some people because they have lost loved ones but we can still rejoice and celebrate the birthday of Jesus.  The joy as we celebrate His birth should last all year.

I know how sad it is to lose a loved one during the holidays.  Many years ago, my beloved Mother died on Christmas day.  It was very difficult to smile and be happy on Christmas after she died and then I realized what better gift could I give Jesus for His birthday than my Mother.

One Christmas I said to Jesus “Happy birthday, Jesus.  I am giving my Mother to You for a birthday gift.”  I still miss Mom and sometimes even cry because I miss her so much but I am also happy because I know she will never hurt again.  If you have lost loved ones, give them to Jesus.

Jesus loves our loved ones and He can take better care of them than we ever could.  However, Jesus also understands that we miss them and how much it hurts and His heart is filled with compassion for us.  He will lift us up in His loving arms and carry us through the dark valley until the pain goes away.

Joanne Lowe

January 22, 2017