What Did You Get?

If you've run into family or friends,

you've probably heard the question,

"What did you get?"

Not only has someone asked me,

but I have also asked several people since yesterday.

Christmas is exciting,

we are excited about what we got,

and also excited about what they got

(especially if it was something they really wanted).

But as we are asking our loved ones what they got this year,

maybe we should be pondering what we GAVE this year.

I had the special privilege of giving a gift yesterday

that moved someone to tears.

THAT brought more joy to me than anything I got.

So my question for all of you this Christmas is,

"What did you GIVE?"

Joy to someone who is hurting?

Forgiveness to someone who has wronged or hurt you?

Love to someone who is lonely?

A listening ear to someone who is troubled?

Understanding to someone who is misunderstood?

Time to someone who needs a friend?

I pray that as this Christmas season slips away,

that we're reminded of the joy that giving brings,

that we continue to look for ways to GIVE.

I hope that your Christmas was life-changing,

for you and for those around you.