‘Fa-lah-lah’

Fa-lah-lah is a joyous refrain from Deck the Halls. The catchy tune can restore our Christmas spirit. I love reading between the lines of familiar scripture to discover emotions of Bible characters. The Holy Spirit guides as I perceive the great joy of shepherds. With a song in their hearts, they rushed to share the good news of the birth of the Savior. (Luke 2:15-17)

In stark contrast, Ebenezer Scrooge bellowed. ‘Bah! Humbug!’

Ebenezer had more than a bad temper and indifference to needs of others; the fictional character had Christmas dementia. He forgot the message of Christmas. Scrooge walked in the steps of King Herod, a wicked man who saw no reason to rejoice at news of the birth of the King of the Jews.

Bah! Humbug! Herod was a troubled man. He falsely stated his desire to worship the (Christ) child; in reality he was planning the Deity’s demise. (Matthew 2:3-16)

How will others characterize me this Christmas?

Do I have the sensitivity of the shepherds or selfishness of Scrooge? My words will reveal what my heart holds.

Scrooge had a change of heart. Me? I pursue an attitude of praise and joy.

‘Joy to the world’ (Isaac Watts)

“And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord (Luke 2:10-11 KJV).”

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