-December 24, 2025
Good morning beloved, happy Wednesday, Merry Christmas,
“And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying. ‘Glory to God in the highest, and peace on earth, good will to men.”
(Luke 2:13-14).
It seems almost everyone loves Christmas, with the exception, of the lonely, the isolated, and the depressed. Kids especially and to all the gifts they will receive. We need a whole month to prepare for and celebrate such a blessed day. It is more than a holiday, it is a holy day.
The true meaning of Christmas is lost amid the trees, lights, decorations, gift-giving. It is easy to forget that Christ was born to save us and bring us peace, joy, eternal life, forgiveness, and hope.
Today is commonly called Christmas Eve. The first Christmas Eve was filled anxiety for Mary and Joseph. How would the birth work out in a manger? For us the anticipation is definitely building toward Christmas Day.
Have a blessed day heading toward Christmas Day. Stay safe and healthy.
Christmas Eve is a blessed day in and of itself.
Dean
Dean Allen's Daily Devotional 