We should make our gifts such as will prove a real benefit to the receiver. On this birthday, it is Jesus who provides the special meal with rich food. Unfortunately, Christmas has the reputation of being a very depressing time of year for many in this world. The Psychiatrist's waiting room is full. Drug stores distribute an excessive amount of antidepressants.
Suicides are at an all time high.
Then the things of this earth will grow strongly dim in the light of His glory and grace. But as a Babe in swaddling Clothes In ancient Bethlehem. Nor was He hailed by cheering Throngs, Or feted by the Priests. For Him no gala Ball was held, Or rich appointed Feasts. But on the low Judean Hills, While tending Sheep one Night, Some Shepherds were amazed to see A most unusual Sight.