It is the last weekend before Christmas. The newspapers are full of circulars advertising anything and everything. It is the big push for Christmas. I haven’t listen closely to financial figures. Right after Christmas every news outlet will have how the big companies did for Christmas. Then they will give the general trend for the rest of us. Most businessmen believe the economic health of this nation depends on Christmas. It also depends on the buyer habits of the average consumer. This year I wanted to do more than normal. I had a good surplus of funds to take care of the Christmas needs. But I wanted to make a difference and make an impact on this world. I saw on TV a commercial, of all things, talking about giving a goat. It caught my attention. As I listen I saw this charitable organization working overseas helping people with basic needs. There were many options as I looked at their catalog. I decided to give a goat, a part of a cow and part of a water well. People all over the world are struggling with basic needs. When Jesus wanted to show compassion for people, He would meet their basic needs, like food, clothing or shelter. Then they could and would listen to what He had to say. People have said it for years, no man is an island. We live in a community of people. It is important not only in their lives that we act upon our compassion, but it is important for us as well. We fulfill our lives when we reach out and help the less fortunate. I thought a goat would be just the present for someone this Christmas. Speaking of Christmas presents, my 3rd son was due on Christmas day. His birthday is today. This is one of my real Christmas presents I received from God. It is as they say a gift that keeps on giving. I want to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and to have a Blessed New Year.
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