Copyright Harrison Daily Times
Published 12.16.2008
One of my favorite television specials is “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Creator Charles Schultz allows the main character to express his sadness at what Christmas has become.
Charlie Brown is disappointed that the girl he cares about does not care enough to send him a Christmas card; even with lots of hints dropped her direction.
His little sister wants to write a letter to Santa demanding cash divided into tens and twenties. Even Snoopy goes crazy decorating his dog house with Christmas lights.
Upon the advice of Lucy, he gets involved in directing a play aboutthe Nativity. He is determined to share the true meaning of Christmas, in spite of everyone’s focus in other directions.
Charlie gets frustrated at the gang and ends up shouting, “Does anyone know the true meaning of Christmas?”
Linus quietly steps forward and reads the true meaning of Christmasfrom Luke, Chapter 2, of the Bible. Charlie learns commercialism cannot ruin his Christmas.
Christmas is better when we remember the first gift given. Give yourfamily the gift of your time and talents. Read a book to an elderly friend. Clean out the car or your bedroom. Share the true meaning of Christmas.
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