14 You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. ~ Matthew 5:14-16
So this is Christmas
And what have you done?
Another year over
And a new one just begun
These are the thought-provoking first lines of John Lennon’s most famous Christmas song, “Happy Xmas (War Is Over).” Now, I’m not a Lennon fan, but when I hear these lyrics I really start to think, “Christmas is here, the year is over, New Year is right around the corner and what have I done, really?” each year, each day, is a gift from God, and how do we use our gifts from God? Do we honor Him? Spread the knowledge of His name? Do we complete our New Year’s resolutions? Or do we get distracted? Do we waste the time God has allotted to us?
Though these lyrics are good and make you think, Lennon isn’t quite right. Yes, Christmas has come, but the year isn’t over yet. There is still time to end the year positive and start the New Year on a high note. So, this Christmas, don’t waste the little time you have left this year. Use it to make a difference in your life and in others.
Peace. Love. Go Forth and End Well.