What I Want For Christmas

They call this 'The Season of Giving'. It's funny because so much anymore, at least when I'm out and about, or watching television if feels more like the season of 'What can I get?" That makes me profoundly sad.

I am no saint, but neither am I a miser. I have from time to time helped out my fellow man. I'm very blessed to have been helped by friends too, and yet I can honestly say, I love being the 'giver'. My motives aren't extremely noble, in fact, they are rather selfish. I love knowing that someone who may have been hurting, in pain, or in need of a kind word is resting a little easier because of something I did. It is so beautiful to have been allowed to share someones moment of need, and been the instrument God used to touch a life. I wonder how much more Jesus feels awe at being given the gift of being the instrument God used to save mankind. It is so hard to imagine.

Heavenly Father, for Christmas...I would like you to send me someone who needs help..and I would like the tools to help that person. And, also help me to forget about the minor annoyances I have to deal with. Help me to focus on Your gift to me, and remind me of all I have to be thankful for. I am a very blessed girl!