A CHRISTMAS WISH
I’m glad there is at least a single time of the year which gives me temporary relief from the unmitigated demands of job, deadlines, pressing tasks and assignments, and this happens every Christmas Day.
It is amazing how Filipinos simply drop their worldly concerns, and like driven cattle flock to the stores to catch up with last minute shopping so that there will be plenty of food on the table on the eve of Christmas. Important appointments are placed on hold so we can be home for Christmas. Business transactions are reset to give way to Christmas parties.
The Catholics, by long held tradition would congregate in the churches on Christmas eve for the misa de gallo, after which the family will gather for a sumptuous meal, over loud conversations. The Protestants hold special services on Christmas day, with plays or concerts reflecting on the significance of the incarnation .
There is something inimitable and mysterious in the Spirit of Christmas which blows away the joy blockers. I have seen estranged couple reconcile and make up on Christmas day. I have seen a mother’s face lit up with happiness at the homecoming of a son or daughter who has been away, for a long time. Selfishness is held in check by some unknown force, as generosity overflows, and compassion is shown. Anger is restrained and love is felt. The rebels and the government forces declare a unilateral ceasefire.
Christmas indeed is paying homage to the Savior who being truly God without beginning or end, stepped out of eternity and came down to earth so He may bring us to Himself. This is the miracle of Christmas. My wish is that Christ will be born in each and every heart today, and find room in our lives, for there was no room for Him the first time He came. God Bless you my dear friend.
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