President Monson shared from the book of Matthew in the Bible the story of the loaves and fishes. "And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude."
President Monson continues "notice that the Savior gave thanks for what they had ---and a miracle followed."
I believe a beautiful way to prepare to have a Christ centered celebration during the Christmas season is to express gratitude and contemplate the beautiful meaning, and life and example of Him whose birth we celebrate.
May we take time to give thanks and ponder the matchless gift He has given us. Then watch for the miracles to follow.
Thank you for sharing this! My thoughts have totally aligned with yours! We have also been studying President Monson's talk and as we have expressed more gratitude and reflected more on our blessings, we have been truly blessed by the spirit. I feel that gratitude leads to service. I am trying to figure out how we can serve others in a way that will include all of our young children (ideas are welcome!). Desire is the beginning, and we are feeling that. Christmas is the perfect time to delve into service for others.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your post! I have appreciated your thoughts on keeping Christmas centered on Christ.
I really had a good time reading your article. Though its not yet Christmas but the feeling of being thankful must not always rest on Christmas day but everyday where the love of Christ reigns.
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