Merry Christmas!

For some time now, I've been all about taking the 'X' out of Christmas. I detest Xmas, Happy Holidays, and all of the other ways people avoid saying CHRISTmas. I have made it a point to say, write, email Merry Christmas whenever possible, in defiance of the new traditions most people have during this season.

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to hear Gold City sing in Greenwood IN. Their lead singer also issued this same challenge - let's put Christ back in Christmas. Of course I 'Amened!!' But he took it a step farther, issuing a challenge for us to the be the mouth of God, wishing all those we come in contact with a Merry Christmas! The bank teller, the gas station attendant, the wrong number that called your house during your favorite show, anyone! We, as Christians, know why "it's the most wonderful time of the year" - Luke 2:11 "Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord."

So, MERRY CHRISTMAS to you!