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I BELIEVE that Christmas is more than a time for parties and
ornaments; it is a time for remembering Christ and the incarnation of God’s love in
human flesh.
I BELIEVE there are gifts more
important than the ones under the Christmas tree, the things we teach our children, the
way we share ourselves with friends, and the industry with which we set about reshaping
the world in our time.
I BELIEVE that the finest
carols are often sung by the poorest voices; from hearts made warm by the wonder of the
season.
I BELIEVE in the angel’s
message that we should not be afraid—that the Child of Bethlehem is able to overcome
all anxieties and insecurities.
I BELIEVE in prayer and
quietness as a way of appropriating Christmas—that if I wait in silence I will
experience the presence of the one born in the manger, for he lives today as surely as he
lived then.
I BELIEVE in going away from
Christmas as the wise men went: "another way." I want to be different when these
days are past—more centered, more thoughtful, more caring.
AND I BELIEVE God
will help me. Amen
Have a Merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year!
Anonymous
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