THE CHRISTMAS STRANGER
At Christmas time a there was a man who looked so out of place as people rushed about him at a hurried sort of pace.
He stared at all the Christmas lights, the tinsel everywhere, the shopping center Santa Claus, with children gathered near. The mall was packed with shoppers who were going to and fro, some with smiles and some with frowns and some too tired to go.
They rested on the benches or hurried on their way, to fight the crownd for purchases to carry home that day.
The music from a stereo was playing loud and clear, of Santa Claus, and snowmen, and funny-nosed reindeer. He heard the people talk about the good times on the way, of parties, fun and food galore, and gifts exchanged that day. "I'd like to know what's going on," the man was heard to say. "There seems to be some sort of celebration on the way. Would you tell me who this is, all dressed in red and white? And why are children asking him about a special night?"
The answer came in disbelief "I can't believe my ears! I can't believe you do not know that Christmas time is here. the time when Santa comes around with gifts for girls and boys. when they're asleep on Christmas Eve, he leaves them books and toys.
The man you see in red and white is Santa Claus, so sly the children love his joyful laugh and twinkle in his eye. His gift-packed sleigh is pulled along by very small reindeer as he flies quickly through the air, while darting here and there."
The children learn of Santa Claus while they are sitll quite small, when Christmas comes, he is the most important on of all.
The stranger hung his head in shame, he closed a nail-pierced hand, his body shook in disbelief, he did not understand. A shadow crossed his stricken face, his voice was low and clear.
"AFTER ALL THESE YEARS, THEY STILL DON'T KNOW"
and Jesus shed a tear.
Isn't this a beautiful story?? I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas, and keep in mind the true meaning. I love you all very much!! :)
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!
