Excitement!

This is the time of the year in which we see excitement on display in many areas of society.  The local malls as well as individual stores are enticing us to enter their establishments with "exciting sales and discounts."  Even "cyber" Monday has turned into "cyber week" (at least on some web sites).  All of these events and much more are an example of the excitement of the Christmas celebration displayed by the retailers of of our nation.  One of our grandchildren even has the countdown to Christmas displayed on their Ipod; it is still hard to realize that our grandchildren are old enough to have an Ipod.  I must remember that I am living in the 21st century and come to accept and understand all of the technology that is available to us.

But I sincerely believe that the true worshipers of Christ need to have their spiritual excitement on display this season of celebration.  We must make sure that the true meaning of the entrance of Christ into our world is not lost in all of the clutter of excitement that is displayed in our society.  I am not desiring to take the approach of a grinch or a party pooper but I do believe that we need to display our affection and appreciation for the birth of our Savior who came to seek and save that which was lost.  I challenge each of you to make sure that your family and friends are made aware of your deep love and commitment to Jesus Christ, the True Savior of the world.  After all, He is worthy of our praise and adoration.