Remember

It's almost the "big day."  Christmas.  The whole season points to this day.  Yet, what in my life this season has pointed to You?  The reason for the season.  Sometimes  I get the sense that all the activity, all the decorations, the gift giving, the celebrations, all of it is in search of a feeling.  That elusive, "feeling of Christmas."  

The last week or so, that thought has been ringing in my heart.  Is what I am doing during this time pointing me towards Jesus,  Is He at the center of the season for me?  And sadly, more often that not, I have to say, "No."  I enjoy the holiday fun, gathering with family and friends (and lets not forget all the yummy food).  And that is wonderful.  Giving gifts, helping others during this time is so special and heartwarming.  But if I am forgetting the reason behind all of this...getting too caught up with the glitz and sparkle of the season, then I am losing the heart of it all---Jesus Christ.

So today, I want You to be my focus.  Stay in the center of all I do today and tomorrow, and the day after that.  I don't want to lose You Jesus...lose You to the bustle of Christmas.  Thank You for coming the this broken down world to lift us out of the muddy pit and seat us with You in the heavenly places.  I want to remember that, to remember You.