And it's still Christmas

Christmas is now 50% off.  Everywhere.  At least everywhere from which Christmas hasn't already completely disappeared to be replaced by Valentine's Day.

Used wrapping paper is crumbled and waiting the pick up of recyclables and grand feasts have been reduced to often unwanted leftovers.  "Deck the Halls" has been replaced with 'it that all there is.'

At the same time, it is good to remember that Jesus, the actual gift of Christmas who will carry us not just for the rest of the year, but for a lifetime, an eternity.  And, I, for one, am thankful that Jesus doesn't run a half price Christmas sale on forgiveness and love the moment we have moved on to other exciting yet ephemeral events.

No warranty to run out the day before you need it.  No complicated instruction book.  Just turn your face towards the Son and take a first step in His direction....a first step towards mercy, forgiveness, grace and generosity, and life.