The gifts of the season are $FREE

Wow, just one week away. I pray that you are enjoying doing what you do for whomever you do it! May this poem speak to your heart about the true gifts of the season…for all seasons.
The Gifts of the Season
It’s not about the presents under the Christmas tree
But the presence of love we feel from friends and family
It’s not about the shopping that we feel we must do
But about the gift that’s already been given to both me and you
The gift is a gift that money can’t buy
The birth and death of Christ was and is for you and I
It’s not about making a list and checking it twice
And buying countless gifts for the naughty or nice
The reason for this season isn’t about all the debt and stress
But a time to offer special gifts such as patience and forgiveness
Or maybe a gift of time for one whose time is running out
A meal for a family in need to encourage hope where there is doubt
Or maybe someone needs a helping hand to accomplish a tedious chore
Or a neighbor needs some company so they are not lonely anymore
Oh, if we would take the materialism out of this season
And in its place remember redemption is our reason
Yes, these kinds of gifts come freely to those walking in His Spirit
For they will outlive materialism though the world doesn’t hear it
Let love, joy, peace and patience, kindness, gentleness & self-control too
Be the gifts you give away freely and part of all that you endeavor to do
May the gifts of the season be yours to give now and in the new year, too
Love,
Evinda