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**THE CHRIST CHILD First come the ads, earlier each year Even before Thanksgiving Christmas ads appear. As time gets closer to the day of Christ's birth the glitz and glitter get brighter with laugh tracks adding mirth but money is so tight, with bills so high, I see lots of gifts I'd love to buy but just pass on with a sigh With all form of media We're bombarded with flyers to the point you feel guilty If you aren't a good buyer. Personally I wonder if in this commercial rush Is the true meaning of Christmas being left in the dust? What about the Christ child who was sent here for me? Who died for my sins that I might live free. How does God feel About the killing of His son? Does He ever wonder if this sacrifice was in vain, now that it's done? As a big buyer, I know I'm a dud But I try to make my actions Pleasing to the one above. I don't begrudge other shoppers buying gifts galore But I hope they spend a little to pray a little bit more. So enjoy this Holiday Season With family and friends But remember, it's Jesuss' birthday He who died for all our sins, Celebrate the season With good deeds and more Give thanks to your God and let prayers of gratitude From your heart and lips soar. bob armentrout 2000