GIFTS

Although we shouldn't be giving into the commercial woes that plague us at these times of year, it's also nice to be able to give to those you love... to say thankful for what they've done for us and the hard work and effort they've put into helping us throughout this year. So off I went to chadstone shopping centre (opening 24hours over 23/24th dec) in search for the remaining presents. It was jan 24th when I walked into the shopping centre, which is reportedly the largest in the South hemisphere, and I was automatically thrown into a human traffic jam. People from all directions crossing paths with bags upon bags of Christmas shopping, chattering away like lorikeets. Five hours later I managed to find half the things I needed. But I suppose all the mad rush is worth it as when it came to giving the presents, to say thanks, it was quite a joyous occasion. Just as the three kings gave gifts to Jesus to say thanks for what he will do for us.



I have been really blessed this year. I think the gifts that I most appreciate are ones which arent of material value. The gift of spending Christmas with my family and having each and everyone join the church service. The gift of my friend giving his heart to the Lord. The gift of finding out that all my good friends will be coming to parachute with me. And most important, the gift of Jesus...