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There’s snow outside, almost all of our Christmas preparations are done, and the kids are snuggled up watching White Christmas together. Today, as we pause from the usual daily routine, I’m reflecting on what Christmas truly means.
And as I’m reflecting, I remembered this post I wrote back in 2009 that sums up what Christmas is all about to me:
A few weeks ago, my rambunctious two-year-old accidentally knocked and broke a very special tea cup of mine. As I was sweeping the pieces of glass into a dustpan, I realized this was something one could easily find themselves upset over.
But instead of frustration, I found myself feeling grateful. Our lean law school years–when a hot cup of tea in my special tea cup was one of life’s few luxuries–had taught me a profound lesson: things don’t buy happiness.
It’s a trite phrase, to be sure, but when you’ve found much happiness in spite of the lack of things and the lack of money to buy things, it seems anything but cliche.
There are likely many reading this right now who are experiencing financial difficulty. Maybe your husband is unemployed and there are no job possibilities on the horizon despite your incessant knocking on doors. Perhaps you have no idea how you are going to pay your rent or your mortgage and you’re beyond tired of eating endless varieties of beans and rice.
You’ve likely read here about a lot of deals I’ve scored over the past few years, but today I want to tell you about the best “deal” I’ve ever gotten–one that changed my life forever and gave me lasting happiness and peace.
Two thousand years ago, in a humble manger in Bethlehem, a little baby was born. This baby, Jesus, would grow up to be the Savior of the world.
When I was 11 years old, I committed my life to Jesus and He become my personal Lord and Savior. Since then, my world has been turned upside down.
Where once I lived in constant fear and worry, I now have lasting peace. Where once I had emptiness, I now have true fulfillment.
Is my life perfect? Far from it! But I am loved unconditionally by the Creator of the universe. And that, my friends, is worth more than all the money in the world. He is what brings me true happiness.
As I swept up those pieces of shattered glass, I realized I wasn’t upset over my favorite tea cup breaking because I have something that pales in comparison to a thousand expensive tea cups–I have Jesus.
The things of this world will fade, crack, break, and die. Jesus is Eternal. He will never leave me or forsake me. And someday, I get to spend Eternity with Him!
This Christmas, my prayer is that you also know Jesus, too. If not, don’t delay another day until you get to know Him and commit your life to Him. (Go here to read more about Jesus and how He can change your world, too.)
I promise, this will be the best deal you’ll ever find–worth more than all the money in the world can buy!
Here are some of the best educational deals and freebies available right now from Katie who writes at Cincinnati Cents:
Melissa & Doug Wooden Flower Chest for $5.61: Purchase the Melissa & Doug Do-It-Yourself Wooden Flower Chest for $5.61. This set contains sparkly jewels, glitter glue, 4 pots of color-coordinated paint, and a pink paintbrush for a young artist to create a charming wooden box in the shape of a flower in bloom.
ALEX Toys Ready, Set, School Little Hands Set for $14.50: Amazon has their ALEX Toys Ready, Set, School Little Hands Set on sale for $14.50. This set typically retails for $32.99, and it includes an ABC wipe away book, 123 wipe away book, Colors & Shapes wipe away book, ABC & 123 dot-to-dot activity wipe away book, blue wipe away marker, 8 stackable finger crayons, safety scissors, 2 stencils, 15 activity work sheets, 75 stickers, shoe tying activity with shoelace, and easy step-by-step illustrated instructions all packaged in corrugated box with handle for easy transport.
Free Math Fact Families Worksheets: Five J's has a free set of Math Fact Families Worksheets available for download. This is an excellent way for children to visually see the relationships between numbers.
Melissa & Doug Make-a-Meal Sticker Pad for $5.18: Amazon has their Melissa & Doug Make-a-Meal Sticker Pad on sale for $5.18. This set includes over 225 food and beverage stickers and 15 place settings in three different designs. This is a fun way for kids to "make a meal" while developing fine motor skills, creative expression, and imaginative play.
Free Christmas Q-Tip Painting Printables: Download a free set of Christmas Q-Tip Painting Printables from 1+1+1=1. There are additional sets available in a variety of themes including the Nativity, Noah's Ark, Tinkerbell, Sofia the First, and more.
Melissa & Doug Fold & Go Dollhouse for $24.98: Purchase the Melissa & Doug Fold & Go Dollhouse for just $24.98. This set typically retails for $49.99 and it includes two flexible wooden play figures and eleven pieces of wooden furniture.
LEGO Chima CHI Waterfall Set for $7.48: Amazon has their LEGO Chima CHI Waterfall Set on sale for $7.48. This set includes the Leonidas mini figure with 2 weapons, the CHI Waterfall, lion speedor, rip cord, power-up, 6 CHI, and 5 game cards.
Imagination Station Books 1-3 for $8.98: Amazon has their Imagination Station Books 1-3 on sale for $8.98. This set includes the first three titles in the Imagination Station Series – Voyage with the Vikings, Attack at the Arena, and Peril in the Palace.
Liberty’s Kids Complete Series for $5.99: Purchase the Liberty’s Kids Complete Series for just $5.99. This set received a 5-star rating from more than 150 reviews and has over 800 minutes of run time.
Free Christmas Coloring Counting Book: 3 Dinosaurs has a free Christmas Coloring Counting Book available for download. This book includes the numbers from 0 to 10.
Trivial Pursuit Party Game for $6.99: Purchase the Trivial Pursuit Party Game for just $6.99. This game includes 1,200 questions in six different categories, and this newer version of the game features faster game play.
25% Off One Item at Barnes & Noble: Barnes & Noble has released a new coupon for 25% off one item. This coupon is valid through December 24th.
Free Christmas Lacing Cards: Download a free set of Christmas-themed lacing cards from Royal Baloo. There are 20 different pages available, including a Christmas tree, gingerbread, reindeer, and more.
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