Those who are generous are blessed, for they share their bread with the poor. (Proverbs 22:9 NRSV Bible)
I remember a story of a young girl who was taken to a shopping mall to see Santa. After waiting in line for what seemed to be an eternity, it was finally her turn to sit on Santa's knee. After the usual "Ho ho ho's" and "what is your name" questions, the girl was finally asked what she wanted for Christmas. She replied, "I would like two toy dolls, two teddy bears, two video games, and two winter coats." "Well," said Santa, "that certainly is a tall order to fill. But, do you mind telling me why you want two of everything?" The little girl had obviously prepared herself for this question, because she said without hesitation, "So I can share."

I like this girl's spirit. Christmas is about sharing. And may we this Christmas also realize that what we want and what we need aren't always the same thing. I hope we will allow Christ to help us change the direction we travel and the attitude that shapes our thoughts.

Let us play "Follow the Leader" with Christ. Those in the Christmas story did--Mary, Joseph, the Three Kings, and the Shepherds. Let's follow the savior, as we share his love.

Dear God, you have shared so much of yourself with me. May I share as you have shared. Amen.

Ron Newhouse

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